Sa’Wade Birdinground Missing: FBI Offers $15,000 Reward for Information on Crow Reservation Teen
Sa’Wade Birdinground, a 13-year-old Native American girl from the Crow Indian Reservation in Montana, has been missing since October 6, 2024. She was last seen at her family’s residence in Garryowen, Montana, after approximately 11:00 p.m. that night. As of 2026, she is 14 years old, and authorities continue to search for her with an increased reward.
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Who Is Sa’Wade Birdinground?
- Date of Birth: September 20, 2011 (born in Montana)
- Age at Disappearance: 13 (now 14)
- Height: 5’4″ to 5’5″
- Weight: 130 to 140 pounds
- Hair: Brown, curly (shoulder-length)
- Eyes: Brown
- Race: Native American (enrolled member of the Mandan, Hidatsa and Arikara Nations, with Crow and Hidatsa heritage)
- Nationality: American
- Additional Details: Sa’Wade has autism and a learning disability. She was thriving in school and had no history of running away or getting into trouble. She left her phone behind at home, which was turned over to law enforcement.
She is described as a beloved family member, and her disappearance has deeply affected her community on the Crow Indian Reservation.
Last Seen and Clothing Description
Sa’Wade was last seen at her family’s home in Garryowen, within the boundaries of the Crow Indian Reservation. The next morning, her family noticed she was not in bed when they went to wake her. An extensive initial search of the area turned up no signs of her, and there have been no confirmed contacts with family or friends since.
Clothing and items at the time of disappearance:
- Black hoodie with mushrooms on it
- Anime-themed t-shirt
- Basketball shorts
- Purple slip-on Skechers-brand shoes (with ankle socks)
- Possibly carrying a black and purple Adidas backpack (with a green Adidas logo)
- Known to wear an elk tooth necklace
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Reward and How to Help
The FBI is offering a reward of up to $15,000 for information leading to the recovery of Sa’Wade Birdinground. The reward was increased in 2026 to encourage tips from the public.
Anyone with information, no matter how small, is urged to come forward. Contact:
- FBI Toll-Free Tipline: 1-800-CALL-FBI (1-800-225-5324)
- Submit a tip online: tips.fbi.gov
- Local FBI office (e.g., Billings Field Office)
- Or your nearest American Embassy/Consulate if outside the U.S.
The case is being investigated jointly by the FBI, Crow BIA law enforcement, and the Big Horn County Sheriff’s Office.
Community Efforts and Updates
In June 2025, Sa’Wade’s family and the community organized a walk and balloon release to raise awareness and bring her home. Her father has publicly expressed hope and continued calls for information. Special Agent in Charge Justin Gerkin of the FBI Billings Field Office stated: “The FBI remains unwavering in our commitment to bring Sa’Wade home and provide answers for her family. By increasing the reward… we are urging anyone with information… to do the right thing and come forward.”
No arrests or specific suspects have been publicly named, and the circumstances of her disappearance remain unclear. Searches continue, and authorities emphasize that every lead matters.
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Official Resources
- FBI Wanted Page: https://www.fbi.gov/wanted/kidnap/sawade-birdinground (includes downloadable poster)
- Recent FBI Announcement: Reward increase details and quotes from officials
If you have seen Sa’Wade or have any information about her whereabouts, please contact the FBI immediately. Sharing this post can help spread awareness and potentially bring her home safely.
Help bring Sa’Wade home. Her family and community continue to wait for answers.
(Images above are from official FBI and news sources showing Sa’Wade in family photos and missing person posters. She often appears with curly brown hair, a warm smile in some shots, and in casual clothing.)
This information is compiled from official FBI sources and verified news reports to help raise awareness for this missing child case. Always refer to the FBI website for the latest details.
