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SAPD finds missing elderly woman after seeking help from the public

Amelita Taylor was previously last seen Tuesday on San Antonio's north side.
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SAN ANTONIO — UPDATE: SAPD says Amelita Taylor has been found safe, and thanked the public for their help in finding her.

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Original story:

The San Antonio Police Department is asking for the public's help finding a 79-year-old woman with a medical condition who has recently gone missing.

Police said Amelita Taylor was last seen Tuesday along East Lullwood, which is on the north side near the intersection McCullough and Hildebrand. They said she was last seen wearing blue jeans and tennis shoes, adding she has curly, collar-length hair. 

"If you have seen or may know the whereabouts of the Missing Person please contact the San Antonio Police Departments Missing Person Unit at (210)207-7660," SAPD said.

Credit: SAPD

    

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