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No New Evidence After Mississippi River Search for Missing Winona Woman

The lack of findings shifts focus to public tips to guide next steps.

Overview

  • The Winona County Sheriff's Office led a Mississippi River search Saturday, April 4, with support from multiple agencies.
  • Officials reported no new evidence from the operation and have not released details about events before she vanished.
  • Teams used sonar, underwater remotely operated vehicles, and K-9 units to scan a stretch from the Winona Levee toward Lock and Dam 6.
  • Patricia Sweningson, 72, was last seen in downtown Winona in mid-March and is described as 5-foot-6 and about 110 pounds.
  • Investigators ask anyone with information to call the Winona Police Department at 507-457-6302.