Missing woman in Santa Cruz considered at-risk found dead

UPDATE: Zimmerman has been found deceased in a vehicle in the Safeway parking lot in Soquel.

A coroner’s investigation is underway; however, nothing looks suspicious at this point.

Officials thank everyone for sharing and helping out in the search.

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Santa Cruz County Sheriff’s Office officials are asking for the public’s help locating a missing at-risk woman.

74-year-old Julianne Zimmerman was last contacted by friends on September 26th. She has been staying with friends and living out of her white 1999 Toyota Sienna Van (CA License Plate #4UEF542)

Officials say her absence is unusual and concerning.

Julianne has had some recent medical issues and is considered at risk due to her age and the circumstances of her disappearance.

She is not believed to be a public safety threat and can be approached. If you have any information about Julianne’s whereabouts, please contact the Sheriff’s Office at (831) 471-1121.