Police in Benndorf are intensifying their search efforts for 36-year-old Sandra K., who has been missing since Easter Monday, April 21, 2025. The mother of two left her home with her French Bulldog, Tinka, and has not been seen since.
According to reports, Sandra K. was last spotted around 4 PM on the day of her disappearance. Her family, including her sister, has expressed deep concern, fearing for her safety. "Please Sandra, if you can read this, come home. We miss you so much. Your family is waiting for you, we need you and love you more than anything. No matter what happened, we will help you," her sister Lisa T. pleaded on Facebook.
In an effort to locate her, the police have employed a range of resources, including a thermal imaging drone and a specially trained tracking dog known as a Mantrailer. Despite extensive searches in Benndorf and surrounding areas like Helbra and Hettstedt, there have been no significant developments.
Police spokesperson Steffi Schwan confirmed that the search has been ongoing for days. “It’s a very unusual case. Sandra’s behavior does not match her usual patterns. We are doing everything we can to find her,” she stated. The police have also checked local hospitals but found no leads.
As the search continues, a significant development has emerged: Sandra K. was reportedly seen purchasing a new SIM card for her mobile phone shortly before she vanished. This has led investigators to consider the possibility that she may have planned her disappearance.
Witnesses have claimed to have seen her near the Höfe am Brühl area in Leipzig, which raises further questions about her whereabouts. Sandra is separated from her husband, Thomas K., who has also expressed his worries for her safety. He has reached out to the public for assistance in the search, stating, "Security services and local organizations in Leipzig and surrounding areas have been informed. Please keep an eye out in the Leipzig area."
The police are urging anyone with information about Sandra K.’s whereabouts to contact them at 03475 670 293. They are particularly keen to hear from anyone who may have seen her or her dog in the days since her disappearance.
In a bid to raise awareness, a segment about her case will be featured on the TV show "Kripo Live" on Sunday, April 27, 2025, at 7:50 PM. Police hope this broadcast will generate new leads in the search.
Friends and family believe that Sandra would never willingly leave her children or her pets for an extended period. “It’s completely out of character for her not to be in touch,” said a friend. “She’s a devoted mother and would never abandon her kids or her dog.”
As the community rallies around the search efforts, the emotional toll on Sandra's family is palpable. They are anxiously awaiting any news, holding onto hope that she will return home safely. "We just want her back," her sister said. "We are doing everything we can to find her and bring her home."
The case of Sandra K. underscores the fears and uncertainties faced by families when a loved one goes missing. It serves as a reminder of the importance of community support and vigilance in such distressing situations. As the search continues, the hope remains that Sandra K. will be found soon, safe and sound.
