The search for Danica “Tynee” White, a 20-year-old Spirit Lake citizen missing since Nov. 1, has expanded to include 22 federal, state and tribal agencies, according to a Nov. 5 press release from the Spirit Lake Tribe. Search teams have covered about 15,000 acres with support from MHA Emergency Operations, Turtle Mountain Search and Rescue and the North Dakota Highway Patrol.
“We are deeply grateful for the tremendous support from our partners and volunteers,” Spirit Lake Chairwoman Lonna Jackson-Street said in the release. “This collaborative effort highlights the strength of our community during this challenging time.”
The tribe said it does not believe White is in immediate danger but continues to urge anyone with information to contact the Fort Totten Police Department at 701-766-4231. A benefit account accepting donations has been established at Gate City Bank in Devils Lake under “Benefit of Danica Tynee White.”
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