Update on missing person investigation in Chittenango, NY

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Update:

The New York State Police are investigating the death of Anna J. Blaszkow, age 24, of Chittenango, also known as Ansel Blaszkow, following an extensive missing person investigation that began in May 2026.

On July 2, 2026, at approximately 11:31 a.m., Blaszkow was located deceased in a heavily wooded area just outside of Chittenango Falls State Park, off Carrys Hill Road in the town of Cazenovia.

Blaszkow was found by New York State Police Trooper Conners and K9 “Todz” while conducting a preliminary inspection of the area in preparation for an additional search operation that had been scheduled with the Chittenango Police Department.

At this time, there is no indication of foul play.

An autopsy will be conducted by the Onondaga County Medical Examiner’s Office to confirm the cause of death.

The New York State Police Bureau of Criminal Investigation (BCI) in Oneida has taken the lead of this investigation and is working with the Chittenango Police Department.

The investigation remains ongoing.

Original Press Release May 16, 2026

The New York State Police are assisting the Chittenango Police Department with an ongoing missing person investigation involving Anna J. Blaszkow, age 24, from Chittenango, NY, who is also believed to identify as Ansel Blaszkow.

On May 14, 2026, the parents of Blaszkow reported them missing to the Chittenango Police Department after they had not been seen since May 11, 2026. The family became concerned after locating a letter expressing self-harm.

Investigators believe Blaszkow utilized transportation in an unknown vehicle from their residence in the village of Chittenango to Chittenango Falls State Park on May 12, 2026.

Blaszkow is described as 5’3 and 240 pounds with brown hair. They were last seen a wearing high visibility jacket with a NASA logo, a black or dark gray T-shirt, sweatpants, and white sneakers.

The New York State Police are assisting Chittenango Police with the investigation and search efforts in and around the park area. The public may notice a heavy police presence, including K9 units, drones, New York State Park Police, and Department of Environmental Conservation Forest Rangers.

Search efforts are continuing throughout the day.

If anyone sees Blaszkow or knows their whereabouts, please contact 911 immediately or contact the New York State Police at 315-366-6000.

The investigation remains ongoing.