The search for 10-year-old Kodie Dutcher in Baraboo, Wisconsin, ended tragically after authorities discovered her body on July 7, 2020. Kodie had been reported missing the previous afternoon, prompting an urgent response from local police, emergency personnel, and search teams working to locate her safely.
According to police, Kodie was last seen around 4 p.m. on July 6 near the 1100 block of 12th Street. Officers responding to an apartment complex spoke with her mother and learned that the child had left behind personal belongings, including her phone and shoes. Concerned about her safety, authorities issued an Amber Alert and expanded their search.
The Baraboo Fire Department and K-9 teams from Wisconsin Dells assisted law enforcement in checking nearby areas. On July 7, at approximately 11 a.m., authorities located Kodie’s body near 11th Street and County Highway T, not far from her home. The discovery ended the search and shifted attention toward establishing the circumstances surrounding her death.
The information provided did not confirm a cause of death, making it important to avoid speculation. Kodie’s loss deeply affected her family and community. Her case highlights the importance of prompt emergency responses, coordinated search efforts, and accurate public information when a child is reported missing.