Bodies of missing girls have been recovered from Missouri River, first responders say
OMAHA, Neb. (WOWT/Gray News) - Nebraska authorities say two bodies pulled from the Missouri River are those of the last two girls who had been missing since mid-April.
The Omaha Fire Department said it sends its condolences to the girls’ families and friends of 18-year-old Lah Tray Moo, 18-year-old Laiana Green and 11-year-old Eh Cress Moo.
On April 15, four girls were fishing when a witness said they saw them struggling to get out of the water.
Authorities said one of the girls slipped into the river, and the others went into the water trying to rescue her. Only one of them ended up getting out.
The families have said the lone survivor is heartbroken but is getting care and and staying strong through the ordeal.
First responders said Lah Tray Moo’s body was found Saturday night, then Green and Eh Cress Moo were found Tuesday morning.
“Over the past two weeks, our OFD Special Operations Team has worked alongside local, state, and federal partners in the search and recovery efforts for the three teens who went missing in the Missouri River,” Omaha Fire said. “All three girls have been recovered.”
Fire officials added, “We extend our deepest and most heartfelt condolences to the families and friends of these girls. The loss of these young lives has touched our entire community, and our hearts continue to be with you now and in the days ahead.”
Friends and family of the girls said it’s been a difficult time, but they appreciate the community’s .
A GoFundMe has been set up to assist the families with funeral expenses.
“We thank everyone who donated, came by, gave us prayers, just love... We can breathe a little bit because we have them physically,” a family friend said.
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