Still Missing ID - Michael “Monkey” Vaughan, 5, last seen near home, Fruitland, 27 Jul 2021 #3

[Knox]

Based on court records, witness testimony and interviews with law enforcement, it’s believed that Sarah Wondra, along with one of the roommates, grabbed Michael and brought him back to the Wondras’ house. There, Sarah Wondra, along with the two roommates, taped his hands, legs and mouth, and put him in a duffel bag.

The Wondras, along with one roommate, then transported the boy to a house in Kuna, where they left him overnight. He died sometime that night or the next morning from suffocation, Stacey Wondra confessed to several people, including to law enforcement and his mother, according to records.

Wondra attempted to “gain the benefit” of a deal by cooperating with law enforcement while “trying to write himself out of the story,” Duke said in court. The suspect tried to paint himself as a “mere observer” of Michael’s abduction and death, but by leaving the house with the boy and trying to establish an alibi, he assisted and facilitated the crimes, Duke said.

Suspect in Idaho boy’s disappearance to stand trial on murder, other charges - East Idaho News

FRUITLAND (Idaho Statesman) — Three years ago, Stacey Wondra was given two choices by authorities: He could be a witness and testify in a criminal investigation, or he could be a suspect. But it was contingent on his ability to provide law enforcement with enough information to lead...

www.eastidahonews.com

 

[Megnut]

Raw Video

SW's call with his mother played in court:

Closing Arguments:

Revolting words out of SW's attorney.

Garbage words that the story doesn't make sense, that a five year old is somehow going to put up a bigger fight and not let hindsight get zipped into a duffle bag. Terrified, with three ADULTS holding him down, duct taping him???? Attorney says, he wouldn't scream, people wouldn't hear him? My God, they duct taped him, who could hear a scream after that?

It's one thing to defend a person, but that's egregious.

The detail about the corner of a dog's chew toy retrieved from the yard, it corroborates this defendant's story, that it was given to Monkey to quiet him. Attorney dismisses it.

Conveniently the attorney focuses on the law that says he had no duty to report. Does anyone believe he simply witnessed this, with zero participation? If there's any story-telling it's him distancing himself from what the others did.

What the attorney ISN'T saying is that SW, while maybe not directly responsible for the initial kidnapping, by inaction or complicity, he kept Monkey hostage and participated in the concealment enterprise after. Co-conspirator.

My heart is broken for Monkey's for and lived ones, losing Monkey to such evil monsters.

Wishing them some kind of comfort.

JMO

 

[STLBlues]

Yes. It was for money per the affidavit.

Stacey allegedly told police it was originally Lucienne's idea to abduct a child to sell for money, and that they would receive a $10,000 cut. He claimed Sarah told everyone to "follow her lead," according to the affidavit.

Court records reveal new details in Michael Vaughan disappearance as suspect appears in court

Newly released court records reveal that Stacey Wondra told investigators his wife and two roommates abducted Michael Vaughan, with plans to sell him for money.

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Thanks, Gemmie.

 

[Unalienable Rights]

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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Fruitland Police Department

The Fruitland Police Department is investigating a vandalism and theft incident that occurred on March 16, 2026, at approximately 1:30 p.m. in the 700 block of Whitley Court in Fruitland, Idaho.

The suspect is described as a female with sandy blonde hair, wearing black pants and a red coat. She was observed removing signs and banners related to the Michael Vaughn case and damaging another sign before leaving the area westbound on Southwest 8th Street.

The suspect was seen driving what appears to be a white GMC Acadia.

The Fruitland Police Department appreciates the assistance of community members who have already provided information regarding this incident. Anyone with additional information, or possible video footage that may help identify the female suspect or the pictured vehicle, is encouraged to contact the Fruitland Police Department at (208) 452-3001.

Fruitland police investigating vandalism and theft tied to Michael Vaughan case

Police say a woman was seen removing signs and banners related to the disappearance of Michael Vaughan on March 16.

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Those banners and signs were up on fences and sidewalks in Fruitland for the past four and a half years. Michael's mother, Brandi, told KTVB she put up new posters and signs shortly after the originals were removed.

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Fruitland police seek suspect in theft, vandalism of Michael Vaughn signs

Fruitland police are asking for the public’s help identifying a woman suspected of stealing and damaging signs connected to the Michael Vaughn case.The Fruitlan

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Brandi Vaughan, Michael Vaughn’s mother, said in a Facebook post, “To anyone that is hiding information, threatening my family, stealing our property, defaming and slandering our family, will be dealt with accordingly! To those who are directly helping these suspects and continue to ignore my requests, they will be made famous. Have the day you deserve!"

 

[Unalienable Rights]

It is heartbreaking what this family has had to endure for the past (almost) 5 years.