Missoula Community Rallies as Search for Nicole Heimer Continues

Missoula, MT (KGVO-AM News) On April 28, 2025, the Missoula Police Department announced that they are still searching for 42-year-old Nicole Heimer. Police Public Information Officer Whitney Bennett has the details.

"In coordination with multiple agencies, Missoula County Search and Rescue (MCSAR), working alongside the Missoula County Sheriff’s Office, Missoula Police Department, and the U.S. Forest Service, conducted an extensive search of the Rattlesnake Recreation Area and surrounding backcountry to locate Nicole Heimer," Bennett said.

Bennett said crews deployed ground teams, K9 units, drones, and motorized assets to cover the area's varied off-trail terrain.

"Despite these efforts, Ms. Heimer has not been found," Bennett said. "More than two dozen personnel, including 21 highly trained (MCSAR) volunteer members, logged over 275 miles and 150 hours during the search operation. While field operations have concluded for now, MCSAR and partnering agencies remain ready to redeploy should new information emerge about Ms. Heimer’s whereabouts."

Throughout this search effort, Bennett said they have seen strong support and concern from our community.

"We are committed to utilizing every available resource in the continued effort to locate Ms. Heimer and bring answers to those who care about her," Bennett said. "Nicole Heimer is described as 5'11" tall and weighing approximately 150 pounds. She has hazel eyes and brown hair. Ms. Heimer was reported missing on April 22 and her vehicle was observed parked at the Sawmill Gulch trailhead on April 15 before authorities were aware she was missing."

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For tips or information regarding Nicole’s whereabouts, please call 911 or contact Missoula Police Department Detective Ethan Smith at (406) 552-6335.

We will continue to provide more information about this situation as it becomes available.