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Sophie Collins

Garda search underway as elderly woman disappears 'on foot' with family very concerned

Gardai are appealing to the public for help in locating a 76-year-old woman who was reported missing on Monday morning.

Officers believe that Zlatka Paycheva left her home in Hazel Hill Downs, Ballyhaunis, Co Mayo, on foot today at around 9:00 am.

She is described as being 5”8’ in height and is of slight build with short grey hair. When she was last seen was wearing a dark green jacket and black jeans.

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Gardaí and Zlatka’s family are concerned for her welfare and are asking anyone with information on her whereabouts to contact them.

A statement released this afternoon confirmed: “Gardaí are seeking the public's assistance in tracing the whereabouts of 76-year-old Zlatka Paycheva who went missing from her home in Hazel Hill Downs, Ballyhaunis, Co Mayo this morning, Monday 27th June 2022.

“It is understood Zlatka left her family home on foot shortly before 9am this morning.

“Zlatka is described as being 5 feet 8 inches tall with a slight build. She has short grey hair. When last seen, she was wearing a dark green jacket and black jeans.

“Gardaí and Zlatka’s family are concerned for her welfare.

“Anyone with information on Zlatka's whereabouts are asked to contact Claremorris Garda Station on 094 937 2080, the Garda Confidential Line on 1800 666 111, or any Garda Station.”

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