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Woman found calling for help in the Le Sueur River 12 hours after she was reported missing
By Ryan Pattee at KSTP 5 Eyewitness News (ABC)
· July 18, 2026
· 2 min read
The search for a missing woman in Blue Earth County ended Saturday after she was found calling for help in the Le Sueur River over 12 hours after she was last seen.
The Blue Earth County Sheriff’s Office said a 50-year-old woman was reported missing Friday at 6:55 p.m., last seen near the Le S...
Key takeaway The Blue Earth County Sheriff’s Office said a 50-year-old woman was reported missing Friday at 6:55 p.
Why this matters in The Minneapolis
The successful rescue of the 50-year-old woman from the Le Sueur River is a testament to the collaborative efforts of local law enforcement and emergency responders in the Twin Cities area. The fact that the search involved a range of resources, including a drone team, the Minnesota State Patrol helicopter, and the sheriff's department's K9 team, highlights the complexity and challenges of searching for missing persons in rural areas. The proximity of the Le Sueur River to Mankato also underscores the importance of having well-equipped and trained water rescue teams in the region. As the woman recovers in a Mankato hospital, the community can breathe a sigh of relief that the outcome was not more tragic. The incident also serves as a reminder of the risks associated with being alone near bodies of water, especially during periods of inclement weather or at night.
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Category: local ·
Published: July 18, 2026 ·
Source: KSTP 5 Eyewitness News (ABC) ·
Reading time: 2 min
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What is this story about? The search for a missing woman in Blue Earth County ended Saturday after she was found calling for help in the Le Sueur River over 12 hours after she was last seen.
The Blue Earth County Sheriff’s Office said a 50-year-old woman was reported missing Friday at 6:55 p.m., last seen near the Le S...
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