Reward offered in investigation into disappearance of Wadena woman
Spotlight on Crime offers reward in Carla Anderson case
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WHAT:
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A news conference to announce a reward of up to $25,000 offered in the investigation into the disappearance of Carla Beth Anderson of Wadena. The case is being investigated by the Wadena Police Department.
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WHEN:
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Monday, June 15, 2026 -- 1:30 p.m.
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WHERE:
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Wadena City Administration Building
Council Chambers
222 SE 2nd Street
Wadena, MN
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WHO:
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Chief Naomi Plautz, Wadena Police Department
Dan Anderson, Carla Anderson’s brother
Superintendent Drew Evans, Bureau of Criminal Apprehension
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WHY:
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Carla Anderson, 23, disappeared sometime between 8 p.m. on Friday, Nov. 13 and noon on Saturday, Nov. 14, 1987, from her Wadena apartment.
Despite extensive investigation by the Wadena Police Department, an arrest has not been made, and Carla has never been found. Spotlight on Crime is offering a reward of up to $25,000 in the hope that someone will come forward with information that will help investigators locate Carla Anderson.
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About the Bureau of Criminal Apprehension
The Bureau of Criminal Apprehension (BCA) provides investigative and specialized law enforcement services to prevent and solve crimes in partnership with law enforcement, public safety and criminal justice agencies. Services include forensic laboratory analysis, criminal histories, investigations and criminal justice training.
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