Franklin Police Seek Public’s Help in Locating Missing Mother and Son
Franklin Police are searching for missing person Amanda Rottenhoffer, 39, and her 6-year-old son, Matthew, in Franklin, Virginia.
Norfolk Portsmouth Newport News, VA, September 20, 2026 —
Authorities in Franklin, Virginia, are actively seeking the public’s assistance in locating a missing woman and her young son. Franklin Police confirmed they are searching for 39-year-old Amanda Rottenhoffer and her 6-year-old son, Matthew.
Details regarding the circumstances of their disappearance, including the date they were last seen and the specific reasons for concern, were not immediately provided by the police department. The age of the child, Matthew, is noted as 6 years old.
The Franklin Police Department has not released further information concerning potential leads or the scope of their search efforts at this time. The location of interest is Franklin, Virginia.
Anyone with information pertaining to the whereabouts of Amanda Rottenhoffer or Matthew is urged to contact the Franklin Police Department. Specific contact details or a case number were not provided in the initial report.
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