Los Angeles County, CA – Authorities are asking for the public’s help to locate a Palmdale-area woman who was reported missing and is considered at risk due to medical concerns.
According to the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department, Katherine Elizabeth Gonzalez, also known as “Katie,” was last contacted by family members on Monday night at approximately 11:58 p.m. Investigators with the department’s Missing Persons Unit say they are increasingly concerned for her well-being.
Gonzalez is described as a 35-year-old Hispanic woman, standing approximately 5 feet 3 inches tall and weighing around 120 pounds, with brown hair and brown eyes. Authorities say she has numerous tattoos on her chest, which may help with identification.
Detectives report Gonzalez was last seen wearing a black sweater and black squared pajama pants. She is known to frequent the Palmdale area in northern Los Angeles County, part of the Antelope Valley region.
Sheriff’s officials emphasized that Gonzalez has medical conditions, elevating the urgency of the search. Family members are described as deeply concerned and are urging anyone who may have seen her or knows her whereabouts to come forward.
Anyone with information is asked to contact the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department Missing Persons Unit at (323) 890-5500.
Those wishing to remain anonymous can provide tips through Crime Stoppers by calling (800) 222-TIPS (8477), using the P3 Tips mobile app, or visiting lacrimestoppers.org.
Authorities say even small details could be critical in helping bring Gonzalez home safely.
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