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Updated: 8:51 PM May 19, 2006
Searches For Missing Women
Two new efforts planned The discovery of the body in the river Friday sent two heartland families on a roller coaster of emotion as they organized large-scale searches for missing loved ones.
Posted: 4:24 PM May 19, 2006 |
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The discovery of the body in the river Friday sent two heartland families on a roller coaster of emotion as they organize large-scale searches for missing loved ones.
This will be the second weekend search for Tracy Tribble and her family is working with military precision. Large sections of Pottawattamie County have already been searched and each team will be given maps to a new location.
Tracy's father, John Gostomski says, "We're doing what we can. That's why we posted the reward. If something or somebody or some people did something to her, hopefully somebody will talk to get it."
The search for Tracy Tribble will start at 8 a.m. Saturday at St. Patrick's Catholic Church in Council Bluffs.
The Search For Jessica
The anxious hours without answers continue to pass for the family and friends of Jessica O'Grady as well.
The19-year-old UNO student been missing for more than a week and the Douglas County Sheriff's Department is conducting a criminal investigation into her disappearance.
On Friday morning those organizing a Saturday search were stocking water at 150th and Maple. Douglas County deputies are assisting the effort by providing guidance about where to search and helping to make sure that any potential evidence is not destroyed.
The O'Grady family is prepared for any eventuality.
Jessica's aunt, Shauna Stanzel says, "You prepare yourself as much as you can, yeah, you know, that could happen on a daily basis, you know, with any family member. You pray for the best and hope for the best."
The search for Jessica O'Grady begins with registration at 9 a.m. Saturday at St. Andrews church at 150th and West Maple. Volunteers should dress for hiking. Wear long pants, use sunscreen and wear hats. Those who are physically unable to hike can help in other ways by distributing flyers. Applebee's will provide food and beverages.
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