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Partner of Missing Utah Woman Denies Involvement as Santa Cruz Search Presses On

Detectives say foul play remains possible, with investigators not listing him as a suspect.

Overview

  • Danielle Staley, 35, was last seen on Nov. 6 at a beach bonfire near Rio Del Mar in Aptos, California.
  • Alx Nunez, 62, says he slept in their camper van that night, woke to find her gone, and reported her missing on Nov. 7.
  • Nunez says he has been interviewed for more than 20 hours by detectives and has offered to take a polygraph test.
  • The Santa Cruz County Sheriff's Office has not ruled out foul play and says Nunez is cooperating and not a suspect.
  • Investigators are examining the couple's camper van for evidence, and Nunez says he is searching local encampments and asking the public for tips.