CITY OF MISSOULA

POLICE DEPARTMENT
Public Information Office

NEWS RELEASE
Date: January 5, 2024
Contact: Officer Whitney Bennett
Phone: 406-552-6290
E-Mail: bennettw@ci.missoula.mt.us

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

MISSOULA POLICE DEPARTMENT CONTINUES ACTIVE SEARCH FOR MISSING INDIVIDUAL, EVA MASIN PRATHER

The Missoula Police Department remains actively engaged in the search for Ms. Eva Masin Prather, who was
last seen in the Missoula area on Saturday, December 30th. Eva is a 5'4" white female with brown hair and
blue eyes, weighing approximately 125 pounds. Her clothing is unknown, but it is believed she may not have
been dressed appropriately for the weather.

In a unified effort, the Missoula Police Department reports that all relevant parties, including the community at
large, are actively cooperating with the ongoing investigation into the disappearance of Eva Masin Prather.

The Missoula Police Department is seeking the public's assistance in various ways to aid in the search efforts:

External Surveillance Footage Review: If you have external surveillance cameras, please review footage from
6:00 pm on Friday, December 29th, to 10:00 am on Saturday, December 30th. Any potential sightings or
activities during this time frame could be crucial to the investigation. Reference the map attached for area
being contacted.

Property Check: Residents are urged to check their properties, including areas of stored gear, equipment, or
other materials where someone might seek shelter or hide. If anything, suspicious is discovered, please contact
911 or the MPD non-emergency number at (406) 552-6300. Reference MPD case number 2023-56230.

The Missoula Police Department is collaborating closely with the Department of Emergency Services to
coordinate search efforts on Saturday January 6th. The community's assistance in these efforts is invaluable,
and any information, no matter how insignificant it may seem, could aid in bringing Eva Masin Prather home
safely.

The Missoula Police Department appreciates the community's ongoing support and cooperation in this search.
Updates will be provided as the investigation progresses.
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