Found Deceased MT - Danit Ehrlich, 33, last known to be near dog park with her dog, Bamba, Missoula, 21 Feb 2025

[imstilla.grandma]

Danit was last known to be near the dog park on South Van Buren St. on Friday morning with her dog, Bamba

Officials are reportedly searching the area using drones to locate Danit and Bamba.

Missoula officials search for missing woman

The Missoula Police Department is seeking the public's help in locating 33-year-old Danit Ehrlich.Danit was last known to be near the dog park on South Van Bure

nbcmontana.com

 

[Caring1]

Another photo showing her dog now. Her friend has updated on FB and requested for everyone to share.

**Update as of 2/22 at 10:05am EST: someone has messaged Danits boyfriend to say they saw Bamba (Danit’s dog) at the dog park around 7pm on 2/21 - trying to cross the river on the north side, and then running east.**

 

[LadyL]

I don't like that the dog was spotted and apparently running without her which to me means scared/stressed/shocked.

 

[LadyL]

there's more info on FB if you search her name, including info about who she lives with

Missing People in America has posted that she checked out of her hotel in Missoula and her car and phone were found at the park

she is a traveling nurse (which would be why she was at a hotel IMO):

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[GraceG]

I agree, the dog being spotted scared and trying to cross the river is frightening. I'm worried she may have accidentally ende up in the water, if it's icy around the banks where one might slip and fall, or the dog went into the water and she went in after him, but only the dog made it out at that location. Here's some info on the dog park at that location (Dog Park at Jacob's Island). It does have river access and is not fenced in. https://www.rover.com/blog/top-7-dog-parks-missoula-mt/ Here's a google view, the Dog park is literally on an island, with two branches of the South Fork River running north and south of it. S Van Buren St · Missoula, MT

 

[dotr]

• Feb 22, 2025 Updated 1 hr ago
• Missoula Police request help searching for missing woman Danit Ehrlich near S Van Buren dog park
• City of Missoula Police Department's Post
• ''***UPDATE***
  We want to sincerely thank our community for the outpouring of support in assisting with the search for Danit Ehrlich. Your willingness to help does not go unnoticed.
  At this time, we are asking the public to please avoid entering the search area, as icy conditions near the water pose significant safety risks. Officers, detectives, all available resources, and Search and Rescue teams are actively working in the area, and the island is currently blocked off to ensure a safe and coordinated search effort.
  We appreciate your understanding and continued assistance in spreading the word. If you have any information regarding Danit’s whereabouts, please contact the Missoula Police Department
  ________________________________________________________
  The Missoula Police Department is asking for the public’s help in locating 33-year-old Danit Ehrlich.
  She was last known to be in the area of the dog park near South Van Buren St. yesterday morning.
  Officers are actively searching the area using drones in an effort to locate Danit and her dog, Bamba.
  If you have seen her or have any information on her whereabouts, please contact the Missoula Police Department at (406) 552-6300.
  We appreciate our community’s help in bringing her home safely.''
• 

 

[Knox]

City of Missoula Police Department​

***UPDATE***
We want to sincerely thank our community for the outpouring of support in assisting with the search for Danit Ehrlich. Your willingness to help does not go unnoticed.

At this time, we are asking the public to please avoid entering the search area, as icy conditions near the water pose significant safety risks. Officers, detectives, all available resources, and Search and Rescue teams are actively working in the area, and the island is currently blocked off to ensure a safe and coordinated search effort.

We appreciate your understanding and continued assistance in spreading the word. If you have any information regarding Danit’s whereabouts, please contact the Missoula Police Department
________________________________________________________
The Missoula Police Department is asking for the public’s help in locating 33-year-old Danit Ehrlich.

She was last known to be in the area of the dog park near South Van Buren St. yesterday morning.

Officers are actively searching the area using drones in an effort to locate Danit and her dog, Bamba.

If you have seen her or have any information on her whereabouts, please contact the Missoula Police Department at (406) 552-6300.
We appreciate our community’s help in bringing her home safely.

#MissoulaPD #MissingPerson #CommunityAlert

 

[Knox]

Missoula police search for missing woman near South Van Buren St. dog park

The City of Missoula Police Department is seeking the community's help in locating 33-year-old Danit Ehrlich, last seen near the dog park by South Van Buren St. yesterday morning, Feb

www.newspressnow.com

 

[Knox]

Danit was last known to be near the dog park on South Van Buren St. on Friday morning with her dog, Bamba.

She has brown hair and is known to wear glasses and a nose ring.

Officials are reportedly searching the area using drones to locate both Danit and Bamba.

Missoula officials search for missing woman

The Missoula Police Department is seeking the public's help in locating 33-year-old Danit Ehrlich.Danit was last known to be near the dog park on South Van Bure

nbcmontana.com

 

[Knox]

KPAX-TV​

Missoula Police are actively searching near the University of Montana for Danit Ehrlich and her dog, Bamba. Details here: https://www.kpax.com/.../search-efforts-underway-for...

 

[Knox]

Looks like Danit is a nurse - Log into Facebook

Friends, family, co-workers are commenting she is a traveling nurse - was traveling with her dog Bamba from Colorado to WA State - her next nursing assignment. So she stopped in Missoula at the dog park, likely to let Bamba run around a bit.

 

[Knox]

Sad News Update a Moment Ago​

City of Missoula Police Department​

It is with deep sadness that we share the tragic news regarding the search for Danit Ehrlich. Our hearts go out to her family, friends, and loved ones during this incredibly difficult time. We extend our deepest condolences as they navigate this profound loss.

Through the course of our investigation, it has been determined that Danit has likely drowned in the Clark Fork River. Recovery efforts will continue as conditions allow, and we remain committed to bringing closure to her family.

We also ask for the community’s help in locating Danit’s dog, Bamba, who is still missing. If anyone locates Bamba, please contact the Missoula Police Department at (406) 552-6300 so we can reunite her with family members.

We want to express our sincere gratitude to our community members who showed their support and assisted in the search. Your kindness and willingness to help have been truly appreciated. We also extend our thanks to all first responder agencies, The Missoula County Sheriff’s Office, their Search And Rescue Unit (SAR), and the K9 Task Force who were involved in the investigation and assisting agencies for their dedication and efforts throughout this process.

 

[borndem]

Thanks, Knox, for the info.

Very sad to see the announcement from the Missoula P.D. from above, to wit and my bolding:
"it has been determined that Danit has likely drowned in the Clark Fork River."
Why did the announcement state, "has likely drowned"?
Did the P.D. find her body? I guess the P.D. was trying to put it gently.
Hoping her dog will come home.
So, so sad. Prayers for those who loved her.

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A bit about Missoula - -
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Missoula is a city in and the county seat of Missoula County, Montana, United States. It is located along the Clark Fork River near its confluence with the Bitterroot and Blackfoot rivers in western Montana and at the convergence of five mountain ranges, and thus it is often described as the "hub of five valleys". Wikipedia

• Current Weather: Cloudy 51°F/11°C
• Local Time: 2:40 PM MST, Sunday
• County: Missoula County, Montana
• Population: 73,489

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[Knox]

I wonder if Danit was trying to rescue Bamba and drowned? The dog still hasn't been found, so they may both be in the river

There are pictures of the dog park at the link below, it's right on the Clark Fork River.

Jacobs Island Offleash Dog Park (Swimming Access) · Missoula, MT 59801

★★★★★ · Park

www.google.com

 

[Lisbeth_S]

I wonder if Danit was trying to rescue Bamba and drowned? The dog still hasn't been found, so they may both be in the river

SBM

This was my first thought too.
I'd jump in the river in a heartbeat if my dog fell into the water, so I can imagine her doing the same.

 

[Knox]

SBM

This was my first thought too.
I'd jump in the river in a heartbeat if my dog fell into the water, so I can imagine her doing the same.

I have an English Bulldog (Hannah) that I would do the same for. My kids jokingly call her their sister.

 

[LadyL]

there was a different thread for her yesterday but I can't find it now
the dog was seen running in the area

ETA: found it - will alert mod to merge

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Feb 22, 2025

I agree, the dog being spotted scared and trying to cross the river is frightening. I'm worried she may have accidentally ende up in the water, if it's icy around the banks where one might slip and fall, or the dog went into the water and she went in after him, but only the dog made it out at that location. Here's some info on the dog park at that location (Dog Park at Jacob's Island). It does have river access and is not fenced in. https://www.rover.com/blog/top-7-dog-parks-missoula-mt/ Here's a google view, the Dog park is literally on an island, with two branches of the...

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[acutename]

Thanks, Knox, for the info.

Very sad to see the announcement from the Missoula P.D. from above, to wit and my bolding:
"it has been determined that Danit has likely drowned in the Clark Fork River."
Why did the announcement state, "has likely drowned"?
Did the P.D. find her body? I guess the P.D. was trying to put it gently.
Hoping her dog will come home.
So, so sad. Prayers for those who loved her.

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A bit about Missoula - -
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Missoula is a city in and the county seat of Missoula County, Montana, United States. It is located along the Clark Fork River near its confluence with the Bitterroot and Blackfoot rivers in western Montana and at the convergence of five mountain ranges, and thus it is often described as the "hub of five valleys". Wikipedia

• Current Weather: Cloudy 51°F/11°C
• Local Time: 2:40 PM MST, Sunday
• County: Missoula County, Montana
• Population: 73,489

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wonder if it is icy(?) and they have video of her some where
need to look up the river info but I am too lazy right now

(river looks low but winter water always seems dangerous IMO

https://water.noaa.gov/gauges/abom8)

 

[mlhenn]

Body of missing woman recovered near Beartracks Bridge

UPDATE: March 9 at 5:34 p.m.

www.montanarightnow.com

The Missoula Police Department has shared an update regarding the search for Danit Ehrlich. Authorities have determined that Ehrlich likely drowned in the Clark Fork River.

The police are also seeking the community's help in finding Ehrlich’s missing dog, Bamba.

 

[Herat]

Body of missing woman recovered near Beartracks Bridge

UPDATE: March 9 at 5:34 p.m.

www.montanarightnow.com

The Missoula Police Department has shared an update regarding the search for Danit Ehrlich. Authorities have determined that Ehrlich likely drowned in the Clark Fork River.

The police are also seeking the community's help in finding Ehrlich’s missing dog, Bamba.

Oh, this is so sad.