79-Year-Old Missing Man NR14383jk

October 13, 2014

Los Angeles:  The family of Amelito Sunga and the Los Angeles Police Department Missing Persons Unit are requesting the public’s assistance in locating Mr. Sunga.

On October 13, 2014, around 3:50 p.m., Mr. Sunga was last seen in the 800 block of North Alexandria Avenue in the City of Los Angeles.  Mr. Sunga’s family is very concerned for his safety and well-being.

Amelito Sunga is described as a 79-year-old male Asian, with gray hair and brown eyes.  He stands 5 feet 4 inches tall, and weighs around 120 pounds.  Mr. Sunga was last seen wearing a white tank top, black capri pants and brown slippers.

If you have seen, or have any information regarding the whereabouts of Amelito Sunga, please contact LAPD, Missing Persons Unit, Detective L. Saiza: (213) 996-1800.  During non- business hours or on weekends, calls should be directed to 1-877-LAPD-24-7 (877-527-3247).  Anyone wishing to remain anonymous should call Crime Stoppers at 800-222-TIPS (800-222-8477).  Tipsters may also contact Crime Stoppers by texting to phone number 274637 (C-R-I-M-E-S on most keypads) with a cell phone. All text messages should begin with the letters “LAPD.” Tipsters may also go to LAPDOnline.org, click on "webtips" and follow the prompts.