Long Beach Police Sought Missing Woman
Authorities are searching for 51-year-old Aimee Zapolya, who was last seen Wednesday in Long Beach.
Updated on Oct. 10, 2026 in Alzheimer’s
The Long Beach Police Department has requested public assistance in locating 51-year-old Aimee Zapolya, who went missing after leaving a residential care facility. Zapolya, who requires the use of a walker, is at risk due to a mental health condition that may cause disorientation.
Why it matters
Search efforts are critical because the missing woman suffers from a condition that can result in confusion or an inability to find her way home safely. Public awareness is vital for locating vulnerable individuals who may be wandering without necessary assistance.
Aimee Zapolya is a 5-foot-3-inch-tall white woman weighing 250 pounds, with brown hair and eyes. She was last seen wearing gray sweatpants and a purple shirt while using a walker.
The players
Long Beach Police Department
This is the primary law enforcement agency responsible for public safety and emergency investigations in Long Beach.
Aimee Zapolya
She is the 51-year-old woman reported missing by local authorities after leaving a residential facility.
The details
Zapolya was last seen in the 4200 block of East 10th Street, an area near Wilson High School. Local authorities are urging anyone with information to contact the Missing Persons Detail or police dispatch.
Timeline
Wednesday morning: Aimee Zapolya was last seen.
Friday: Police requested public assistance.
Health Landscape
The search for Zapolya follows standard safety protocols established under the Silver Alert system for missing cognitively impaired adults. This effort highlights the ongoing reliance on community-based alerts to protect vulnerable citizens with cognitive health challenges.
Residents in the Long Beach area are asked to monitor their property and report any sightings of a woman matching the provided description. Those with information should call the Missing Persons Detail at 562-570-7246 or police dispatch at 562-435-6711.
The takeaway
Maintaining vigilance in your neighborhood can significantly assist in the safe recovery of missing community members. Please save official emergency contact numbers to ensure you can provide immediate assistance if you encounter a vulnerable person in need.
Further reading
For more information on supporting individuals with cognitive impairment, visit the Alzheimer’s section.
More information
To provide information safely and confidentially, submit a tip through the Crime Stoppers anonymous tip website.
Source note: This article includes information reported by My News LA.
