Echoes of a Walk That Never Returned: The Enduring Mystery of Estanislao Roch

A Quiet Morning Walk Turns Into A Long‑Standing Mystery

Estanislao Roch, an 81‑year‑old Hispanic man living in Daly City, California, set out for what seemed like a routine walk early in the morning of August 21, 2009. A beloved family member, his journey began at approximately 9:45 a.m. when he left his home on Lausanne Avenue. It was unlike nothing unusual—neighbors would often see him strolling in the neighborhood, sometimes even venturing toward his daughter’s home in San Francisco, more than two miles away. But this morning would mark the last time anyone saw him.

The Struggle of Alzheimer’s and the Urgency of a Disappearance

Estanislao was not merely a senior on a stroll—he suffered from Alzheimer’s disease, a condition that erodes memory and disorients even the most familiar souls . His family’s alarm grew rapidly when he failed to return home and missed his daily medication. According to Daly City police Lieutenant Jay Morena, Estanislao had disappeared before, was found wandering near Golden Gate Park, and returned; yet this time, after departing with his cane and wearing a beige San Francisco Giants baseball cap, a light green windbreaker, and blue pants, no trace emerged....Read More

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