Search Continues for Erica Baker at Huffman Dam
Authorities are searching the area near Huffman Dam for clues related to the 1999 disappearance of Erica Baker.
Updated on Oct. 26, 2026 in Accidents
Search and recovery crews are focusing their efforts on the area surrounding the Huffman Dam on October 26, 2026. This operation continues the ongoing investigation into the disappearance of Erica Baker, who went missing in Kettering years ago.
Why it matters
The Kettering Police Department maintains an active and open investigation into the case, which remains a significant cold case in the region. Periodic searches help investigators pursue new leads in the long-standing mystery of Baker's disappearance.
The Kettering Police Department maintains an open investigation into the 1999 disappearance of Erica Baker, who would be 37 today. Anyone with information is asked to contact the department tip line at 937-296-2555.
The players
Erica Baker
Erica Baker is the individual who disappeared in Kettering in 1999.
Kettering Police Department
The Kettering Police Department is the local law enforcement agency responsible for investigating the disappearance of Erica Baker.
The details
Search and recovery crews are currently conducting a systematic search of the land surrounding the Huffman Dam. This effort is part of the long-term investigation into the case of Erica Baker, who vanished while walking her dog in Kettering.
Timeline
February 7, 1999: Erica Baker disappeared while walking her dog.
October 26, 2026: Search crews operate near Huffman Dam.
Legal Context
The search near Huffman Dam follows a pattern set by the 1999 disappearance of Erica Baker. This operation serves as a continuation of the multi-decade effort by local authorities to resolve the case.
Residents may notice an increased presence of search and recovery crews in the vicinity of the Huffman Dam. The public is encouraged to contact the police at 937-296-2555 if they have any information relevant to the ongoing investigation.
The takeaway
Authorities remain committed to pursuing leads in long-term missing persons cases through periodic searches of potential sites. This persistent approach reflects the ongoing priority of resolving cold cases for the families involved.
Further reading
For more information on local investigative efforts, visit the Kettering Accidents section.
