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Foul Play Suspected in Aptos Beach Disappearance as Investigators Seek Surveillance Footage

Detectives have requested Rio Del Mar area video from Nov. 5–7 following an assessment that 35-year-old Danielle Staley is at risk.

Overview

  • Staley was last seen around 11:23 p.m. on Nov. 6 near Rio Del Mar State Beach in Aptos, according to the sheriff's office.
  • The Santa Cruz County Sheriff's Office asked residents and businesses near Beach Drive, Rio Del Mar Boulevard and The Esplanade to share recordings from Nov. 5–7.
  • Officials reported that her personal belongings were found on the beach and that she has not contacted her family since she vanished.
  • She is described as 5 feet 6 inches tall, about 120 pounds, with blonde hair, last seen in a dark hooded sweatshirt and leopard-print leggings, and she is not from the area.
  • No suspect or additional evidence has been disclosed, and tips are being taken at 831-471-1121.