Madeline Edman was 15 when she was reported missing from La Crosse, Wisconsin, on July 29, 2005. She was last seen near her home and, when she failed to return, her family promptly notified police and an urgent search began.

Local authorities carried out ground and aerial searches in the days after her disappearance and asked the community for help. Madeline’s family and friends used social media, local news, flyers and organized events to keep the case visible and to solicit tips, but no substantial leads emerged.

Her case has stayed active in advocacy circles for missing persons and her family continues to hope for information that will bring answers.

If anyone knew Madeline, saw her on or after July 29, 2005, or has tips that were not previously shared, please come forward.