In 2025, law enforcement in Appomattox County, Virginia, investigated the disappearance of two teenagers, Zoey Anderson and Anthony Wirth, who were reported missing in late August amid a developing criminal inquiry. The Appomattox County Sheriff’s Office indicated that both teens had been missing for several weeks following their disappearance, which coincided with a high‑speed flight from the area and a subsequent pursuit in Pennsylvania. Despite efforts to locate them, initial searches did not immediately yield results, prompting ongoing concern from local authorities and family members who sought public assistance in locating the teens. (Augusta Free Press)
The case received broader attention in October 2025 when investigators confirmed that Zoey Anderson and Anthony Wirth had been located in Philadelphia after eluding capture for weeks and were taken into custody by law enforcement. Both teens were expected to await extradition back to Appomattox County to address outstanding legal matters connected to the circumstances of their disappearance, including warrants related to unauthorized use of a vehicle and other alleged violations. (WSET)
Although initially listed as missing, the focus of the investigation shifted as law enforcement worked to resolve both their absence and the associated criminal elements of the case. The resolution of their missing status underscores the complexities that can accompany cases involving juveniles who are both subjects of criminal inquiries and persons of concern for public safety. (WSET)
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