Missoula, MT – Search and rescue crews are intensifying their efforts to locate Danit Ehrlich, a 33-year-old woman from Colorado, who has been missing since February 21, 2025. Authorities believe that Ehrlich, who was last seen near the University of Montana, may have drowned in the Clark Fork River.
The Missoula Police Department, working alongside rescue teams from Lewis and Clark County, have been combing the river since the disappearance. Specialized underwater submersibles are being deployed as part of the ongoing search. The teams have been concentrating their efforts on the area around the Madison Street Bridge, where they are using sonar technology to map the riverbed in hopes of finding any trace of Ehrlich.
“Sonar mapping has been helpful in identifying underwater structures and features that may help locate her,” said Detective Guy Baker of the Missoula Police Department. Improved weather conditions have allowed crews to safely enter the water, making it possible for the search to continue without significant hindrance.
The search area spans from Jacobs Island to the Reserve Street Bridge. Dive teams have been deployed on both the east and west sides of the Madison Street Bridge, carefully examining the river in an effort to recover any evidence.
Detective Baker, who has been in close communication with Ehrlich’s family, reassured them of the ongoing efforts. “We’re doing everything we can to locate her,” he stated.
The search for Ehrlich began on Friday, February 21, after she was reported missing in the vicinity of the University of Montana. Since then, authorities have been working tirelessly to find any signs of the missing woman.
In a separate development, the Missoula Police Department has issued a public advisory, asking community members to refrain from searching for Ehrlich’s missing dog, Bamba. The department cited the dangerous conditions in the river and surrounding areas, urging people to avoid the area for their own safety. There has been no evidence to suggest that the dog has left the river.
As of now, the search efforts remain ongoing, and authorities continue to monitor the situation closely, ensuring that every possible resource is being utilized to bring closure to the case. The public has been urged to stay clear of the search zones to avoid interference with the professional teams.
With each passing day, hope remains that the diligent efforts of the search teams will bring answers for Ehrlich’s family, friends, and the Missoula community.
