Sa'wade Birdinground, a 13-year-old girl, was last seen on the night of October 6, 2024, at her grandparents' home in Garryowen, Montana, on the Crow Indian Reservation. She was discovered missing from her bedroom on the morning of October 7, 2024, which was considered out of character for her. At the time of her disappearance, she had no known contact with family or friends. Her phone and headphones, which were important to her, were left behind.
At the time she went missing, Sa'wade was described as being 5'4" to 5'5" tall and weighing between 130 and 140 pounds, with brown curly hair and brown eyes. She was last seen wearing a black hoodie with mushrooms on it, an anime t-shirt, basketball shorts, and purple slip-on Skechers-brand shoes. She may also be carrying a black and purple Adidas backpack and is known to wear an elk tooth necklace. Sa'wade is a member of the Three Affiliated Tribes. She is also described as autistic.
The disappearance of Sa'wade Birdinground has prompted a multi-agency investigation involving the FBI, the Bureau of Indian Affairs, and the Big Horn County Sheriff's Office. Law enforcement and community members have conducted extensive searches in the area. The FBI is offering a reward of up to $5,000 for information leading to her recovery, and a combined reward of $10,000 has been offered. The BIA's Missing and Murdered Unit is also seeking information and has offered a reward of up to $5,000. Authorities have urged anyone with information, no matter how small, to come forward to assist in the investigation.Last Seen: Oct 6, 2024
