A Family Seeking Solutions

A $10,000 reward has been offered by a donor for any information leading to Crystal’s whereabouts.

Dubuque, Iowa — July 3rd, 2025, marks the 24th anniversary of the mysterious disappearance of 20-year-old Crystal Arensdorf, who disappeared from Knicker’s Saloon located at 123 Main Street, Dubuque, IA, on July 3, 2001. This long-standing mystery continues to trouble her family and community, who persistently seek answers to bring closure to this unresolved case.

On the fateful night of her disappearance, Crystal was socializing at Knicker’s, which is a popular bar that stays open until 3:00 a.m. She intended to leave with the bartender or take a cab home. However, she left the establishment alone, and since that night, there have been no confirmed sightings or communications from her. Her sudden disappearance has left her loved ones in a state of ongoing confusion and distress for over two decades.

The Dubuque Police Department continues to dedicate resources to investigating Crystal’s case, actively following up on every lead to uncover the truth behind her disappearance.

Authorities urge anyone with information to reach out to Investigator Kurt Rosenthal at [email protected].