Sandra S. Vanderhoef, 42, was reported missing from Fort Dodge, Iowa, on September 22, 1986. A Native American woman with known disabilities, she was last seen at the Des Moines bus depot and has been classified as endangered, indicating her physical safety was considered in serious danger when she vanished. Vanderhoef used the last names Nelson and Springer at times and wore glasses; distinguishing features included scars on her abdomen and knees and a mole on her back.

Very few details about the circumstances of her disappearance are available, and the case remains open and unsolved. Anyone who knew Sandra or has information is asked to contact the Webster County Sheriff’s Office.