The body of 39 year old Heather Caras was found on Sunday in Emmons County, about 2.5 miles from where her car was found abandoned back in January.
The discovery was made late Sunday morning by a farmer in a corn field. The body has been transported to the North Dakota Medical Examiner’s Office in Grand Forks, pending an autopsy later this week.
39 year old Heather Caras was last seen at her home in Linton, North Dakota on January 24, 2025. Her car was found abandoned on Beaver Bay the following day, with the keys in the ignition.
Investigators initially theorized that Heather left her home willingly and a crime was not suspected in her disappearance. No further details have been released.
If you have any information regarding the disappearance of Heather Caras please contact the Emmons County Sheriff’s Office at (701) 254-4411.
The Disappearance of Heather Caras
Heather has two children, one of which has special needs and requires constant care. It is out of character for her to leave them behind. She may use the last name Wagoner.
Heather Caras was last seen at her home in Linton, North Dakota around 11:00 am on January 24, 2025. She told her two teenage sons goodbye before leaving, but did not say where she was headed.
Her vehicle, a gold 2000 Chevrolet Silverado, was found abandoned on Beaver Bay the following day, located west of Linton, with the keys still in the ignition.
Investigation
Authorities searched the area where Heather’s car was found, but were unable to locate any further clues as to her whereabouts.
Police have said it is likely that Heather “willingly abandoned her vehicle,” and “left her family and the area willingly with the assistance of an unknown acquaintance and is not known to be in any danger.” They believe she may have been in contact with someone outside of North Dakota to help her leave the area, and that she took steps to avoid detection.
Heather has ties to Utah, Nevada, Colorado, and North Carolina.
Her children are currently being taken care of by their biological father.
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