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Charges indicate McKenna Wendel was used for 'criminal sexual activity'

Second suspect identified by Iowa authorities in disappearance, death of Sioux Falls girl

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Federal authorities identified a second suspect in connection with the disappearance and death of a Sioux Falls girl Thursday.

The U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Northern District of Iowa also indicated that 14-year-old McKenna Wendel had been transported with the intent to engage in criminal sexual activity.

Drug overdose, uncle linked to death of 14-year-old Sioux Falls girl

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Drug overdose, uncle linked to death of 14-year-old Sioux Falls girl

A Sioux Falls teen found dead in rural South Dakota this spring died of a drug overdose, according to authorities who are expected to announce felony charges against her uncle Thursday in connection with her death.Receive local and breaking news in your inbox daily. Consider becoming a free or paid subscriber.

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