Missing Franklin woman's disappearance now a homicide, police say

By FOX6 News Digital Team

Published June 17, 2022 5:39pm CDT

2 people of interest in Sandra Eckert disappearance

Police say the investigation is considered a homicide.

FRANKLIN, Wis. - The disappearance of a Franklin woman is now being investigated as a homicide. Police confirmed Friday, June 17 that two persons of interest have been identified.

Sandra Eckert, 70, was last seen at her home on March 26, 2021. Police said both persons of interest were known to her.

Eckert's car, a gray 2005 Dodge Stratus, was also reported missing. The vehicle was spotted by Muskego police at 3 a.m. on March 27, 2021 – but at that time, Eckert was not known to be missing.

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In 2021, police said Eckert's known cellphone, social media accounts and bank accounts had all been inactive since she was reported missing.

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