I. Latest update Police provide one year information on Michael Vaughan Missing
Fruitland Police Chief J.D. Huff recently provided a one-year update on the case of missing 6-year-old Michael Vaughan, who disappeared on July 27, 2021. Despite the passing of time, the investigation remains active, with the team diligently working to find any leads.
As of the update, investigators have not identified any suspects, but they are focusing on several individuals of interest. The criminal investigation is ongoing, and certain details remain private. Over 1,000 leads have been processed, with each tip thoroughly reviewed and cleared by detectives. The police are hopeful that someone will provide crucial information to help solve the case.
Michael Vaughan went missing from outside his home on Southwest Ninth Street. His family reported him missing at 7:21 p.m., but authorities suspect that he disappeared between 6:40 and 7 p.m., narrowing down the timeframe.
The Fruitland Police Department has been investigating vehicles and individuals in the neighborhood during the specified time period. A blue Dodge Avenger and a jogger have been identified and looked into. However, a white Honda Pilot seen nearby remains unidentified. Police believe it might belong to a local resident, but confirmation is pending. Additionally, they are interested in speaking with a white man in his late 20s or early 30s, wearing black shorts, dark shoes, and a sleeveless white shirt, but he is not currently considered a suspect.
The search for Michael has covered a wide area, including septic tanks, irrigation canals, and the use of drones and K-9 units. Despite the exhaustive efforts, there have been no links to similar cases.
In collaboration with the Homeward Bound program, photos of Michael Vaughan will be displayed on semi-trucks traveling across the country by the end of August to raise awareness.
The reward for information leading to Michael’s safe return has increased to $52,992. Chief Huff urged anyone with information, no matter how insignificant it may seem, to contact the authorities.
If you have any information related to Michael Vaughan’s disappearance, you can contact the Fruitland Police Dispatch at 208-642-6006 or reach out through email at findmichael@fruitland.org.
II. New information in search for missing Idaho boy could ‘prove to be very helpful’
Authorities in Fruitland, Idaho, are reporting that new information has surfaced in their ongoing search for missing 5-year-old Michael “Monkey” Vaughan, who disappeared on July 27 from his home in a quiet neighborhood. Despite extensive efforts by the Fruitland Police Department, Idaho State Police, and the FBI, Michael’s whereabouts remain unknown.
As part of the investigation, detectives have been analyzing surveillance videos from the neighborhood and are seeking assistance from the public in identifying multiple individuals and vehicles seen on camera. It’s essential to note that these individuals are not considered suspects or persons of interest, but the police believe their accounts may help piece together the events of the evening Michael disappeared.
Specifically, authorities are interested in a 2016 to 2020 Honda Pilot spotted on Southwest 8th Street around 6:45 p.m. on the day Michael vanished. They are also looking for a 2010 or 2011 Dodge Avenger seen on the same street, which later turned onto South Whitley Drive.
Additionally, they are trying to locate a man seen jogging on the sidewalk near Crestview Park on Southwest 8th Street around 6:15, described as having dark hair, facial hair, dark shorts, and no shirt. Another man with dark hair, wearing a white T-shirt and black shorts, was observed walking on Southwest 8th Street.
The authorities remain hopeful that the individuals mentioned above could provide vital information that may lead to Michael’s safe return. They are also urging anyone who witnessed suspicious activity on or around July 27 in the areas of Southwest 8th Street, Southwest 9th Street, Washington Avenue, and Cornwall Way between 6 and 7 p.m. to come forward with their information.
The reward for credible information leading to Michael’s safe return has been increased to $40,000 and is available until November 15.
Michael was last seen wearing a light blue Minecraft T-shirt, dark blue boxer briefs, and sandals. He is described as 43 inches tall, weighing 50 pounds, with blond hair and blue eyes. His family has been fully cooperative with the investigation.
The search for Michael Vaughan remains active, with authorities committed to examining every detail in their efforts to bring him home safely. If you have any information related to the case, please contact Fruitland Police at (208) 642-6006 ext. 0 or email the tipline at findmichael@fruitland.org.
III. Sarah Wondra, 35, is accused of failing to report the death of a 5-year-old Michael Vaughan, who vanished near her house in July 2021
Sarah Wondra, a 35-year-old resident of Fruitland, Idaho, has been accused of failing to report the death of 5-year-old Michael Vaughan, who disappeared near her house in July 2021. Authorities have arrested and charged Wondra with felony failure to report a death, following a year-long investigation into the case that has deeply affected the city.
Michael Vaughan was last seen on July 27, 2021, around 6:30 p.m. in his neighborhood located near Southwest 9th Street and Redwing Street, where Sarah Wondra and her husband Stacey Wondra reside, according to reports from KTVB.
Fruitland Police Chief J.D. Huff stated that their investigation revealed Sarah Wondra might have had knowledge of Michael’s death but failed to report it. The authorities believe that there might be others with relevant information, and they are actively seeking out potential connections to the case.
Recent developments in the investigation include a “very credible tip” received by the police, leading them to Michael’s neighborhood and to Sarah Wondra, as reported by KATV. During the course of the investigation, information was obtained suggesting that the remains of Michael Vaughan might be located behind the Wondra’s house, Chief Huff informed KTVB.
Subsequently, a search warrant was obtained, and on Friday night, the police served it at Sarah Wondra’s home, as mentioned in a probable cause affidavit reported by the Idaho Statesman. Crews have been conducting excavation work in the yard of the home, and cadaver dogs were also brought in to assist in searching the property for any potential evidence or remains related to the case. As of now, nothing has been found, but authorities are continuing their efforts in the hope of finding answers regarding Michael Vaughan’s disappearance.
IV. Jonathan Lee Riches, a YouTuber, pointed out concerning TikToks made by Sarah Wondra
Jonathan Lee Riches, a YouTuber, pointed out concerning TikToks made by Sarah Wondra, the accused, where she was seen in her kitchen with Michael Vaughan’s missing persons flyer on her refrigerator. Riches stated that it was disturbing to see a flyer of a missing person on a possible suspect’s refrigerator.
Sarah Wondra appeared in court and didn’t enter a plea, but she claimed that the accusations against her were not correct. When informed of her rights by the judge, she asserted that she had no reason to be silent because she hadn’t done anything wrong.
During her detention, Wondra allegedly denied any involvement in Michael’s death, saying that she “definitely did not kill that boy” and that “God already told me who did it.” She also allegedly implicated her husband in the boy’s death, claiming that he buried Michael “in the backyard by the shed.”
Prior to Michael’s disappearance, Sarah Wondra’s husband, Stacey Wondra, had taken her to the emergency room, expressing concern about her health on his Facebook page.
Stacey Wondra also shared news stories about the missing boy on his Facebook page after Michael vanished, but authorities have not indicated whether he is considered a suspect in the case.
Sarah Wondra is currently held on a $500,000 bond, and her attorney has not made any comments about the case.
As of now, the Fruitland Police Department has not responded to PEOPLE’s request for comment. The investigation remains active, and authorities are still searching for more information in this disturbing case.
V. Frequently asked questions
1. Was the Fruitland Boy found?
Fruitland Police have reported more than 1,500 tips since then. And finally late last year, they executed a search warrant at a neighbor’s house and excavated the backyard. While they didn’t find a body, investigators did discover evidence that human remains have been removed.
2. Where is Michael Vaughan missing from?
The case has remained “very active” and they’ve continued their ground searches as recently as this month. FRUITLAND, Idaho (KMVT/KSVT) — July 27th two years ago, 5-year-old Michael Vaughan disappeared and has not been seen since – not even a trace of him has been found.
3. Who is the missing child in Fruitland Idaho?
Michael Vaughan was 5 years old when he went missing July 27, 2021, from Fruitland, Idaho. The case against Sarah Wondra, 35, was dismissed by the judge Monday morning at the request of the prosecutor’s office.
4. Is baby DeOrr still missing?
After days and weeks of searching, not a trace of DeOrr was found at the campground. DeOrr’s parents have been adamant they had nothing to do with their son’s disappearance. Jessica Mitchell, DeOrr’s mother, told KTVB in 2019, “I have nothing to hide. I didn’t murder my child.
VI. Arrest Made In Case Of Missing Idaho Boy Michael Vaughan
