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Wichita police looking for woman, 39, after car found abandoned at rest stop along I-135

Wichita police need the public’s help in looking for 39-year-old Amanda Crabtree after she was reported missing late August by her family.
Wichita police need the public’s help in looking for 39-year-old Amanda Crabtree after she was reported missing late August by her family. Wichita Police Department

Wichita police are asking the public for help in finding a missing woman.

The department tweeted a picture of 39-year-old Amanda Crabtree, who was reported missing by her family on Aug. 24, the department said.

Police think she was spotted that day at the I-135 rest stop near McPherson, where her 2006 black Hyundai Sonata was found abandoned with her personal belongings inside.

“A female, believed to be Amanda, was seen at the rest area with her cat. She may have dyed her hair blue. She is described as 5’4” tall, 200 pounds with blue eyes,” said a Facebook post by the Wichita Police Department.

The Kansas Highway Patrol and the McPherson County Sheriff’s Office searched the area but found nothing.

Police say she may be in danger, but could not say more about why over the phone. It is unknown if she is traveling with anyone else.

This story was originally published September 1, 2022 at 1:54 PM.

Eduardo Castillo
The Wichita Eagle
Eduardo covers crime and breaking news for The Wichita Eagle. His previous work experience includes stints at KWCH 12 Eyewitness News, the local CBS affiliate in Wichita, and as a marketing manager for a local real estate team. In addition to writing, Eduardo also enjoys still photography and cinematography. News tips? email at Edcastillo@wichitaeagle.com or call 316-268-6213.
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