A 60-year-old cold case involving a missing mother in Wisconsin has been solved. Audrey Backeberg, who disappeared at age 20, has been found alive and well living out of state. Her disappearance was by her own choice and not due to any criminal activity. The case was re-evaluated by the Sauk County Sheriff's Office earlier this year.
Key Points
Audrey Backeberg disappeared at age 20 in 1962
She was found alive and well living out of state
Her disappearance was voluntary
Case re-evaluated by Sauk County Sheriff's Office
Pros
Closure for the family after 60 years
Shows the importance of revisiting cold cases
Cons
Audrey Backeberg's choice to disappear caused distress to her family