Help Locate Maria Elena Rico aka “Nena”

Lancaster, CA.- LASD is Asking for the Public’s Help Locating At-Risk Missing Person, Maria Elena Rico aka “Nena,”

Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department, Missing Persons Detail, is asking for the public’s help locating At-Risk Missing Person, Maria Elena Rico aka “Nena.” Ms. Rico was last seen on Saturday, July 5, 2025, at approximately 11:00 a.m. on the 42900 block of Summer Lane, in the city of Lancaster.

Ms. Rico is described as a 74-year-old Hispanic female, 5’00”, 180 lbs., with brown and white short, curly hair and brown eyes. She was last seen wearing a blue shirt and blue nightgown.

Ms. Rico’s family is concerned for her well-being as she suffers from Alzheimer’s disease and takes daily medication.

Anyone with information about this incident is encouraged to contact the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department, Missing Person’s Detail at (323) 890-5500.