Eliotte Heinz, a 22-year-old graduate student at Viterbo University in La Crosse, Wisconsin, went missing after leaving Broncos Bar around 2 a.m. on Sunday. Authorities are appealing to the public for assistance in finding her as the search continues into its fourth day. The La Crosse Police Department reported that multiple attempts have been made by the family, friends, and local police to locate Heinz without success. Heinz’s cellphone was located by her friends during the search. Her disappearance has raised concerns about her safety and prompted a coordinated effort involving law enforcement and the community. The FBI may be involved if there is evidence of an abduction or crossing state lines, according to retired FBI Agent Jason Pack. Heinz’s family is urging everyone to continue sharing her information on social media to aid in her safe return.
According to the police statement, Heinz was last seen walking along the Mississippi River waterfront towards her apartment, which is approximately 0.4 miles away. Her mother, Amber, has been pleading for her daughter’s return, stating,