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A Long Island woman who went missing after a trip to Walmart has been located, officials said.
Marie Gratia, a 66-year-old woman who authorities said had dementia, was reported missing after she left a Valley Stream Walmart on Wednesday, July 12, and disappeared.
At the time of her disappearance, she was thought to be riding the NYC bus system in Queens.
On Friday, July 14, Nassau County Police announced that Gratia had been located, but did not provide information about her condition or location.
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Police are asking for the community’s assistance in locating a woman with dementia last seen leaving a Long Island supermarket.
Marie Gratia, aged 66, was last seen leaving the Walmart at Green Acres Mall in Valley Stream on Wednesday, July 12, officials with Nassau County Police and the State of New York announced.
She is described as a 5-foot-2 woman who weighs approximately 100 pounds. She has brown eyes and brown and gray hair.
Additionally, the New York State Missing Persons Clearinghouse has reported that Gratia has dementia and may be in need of medical attention.
Gratia was last seen wearing a black and white checkered jacket, blue jeans, and glasses. She was carrying a black handbag.
Recent information suggested that she may be riding the New York City bus system in Queens.
Detectives encourage anyone who may know Gratia’s whereabouts to contact the Nassau County Police Department Missing Persons Squad at 516-573-7347 or call 911.
All calls will be kept anonymous.
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