Authorities Investigate Suspicious Circumstances

Murder Files Unsealed · Jul 21, 2026 · 28m · transcript

In July 2026, authorities in Itasca County, Minnesota, launched a suspicious death investigation following the discovery of Rikki Skog’s body in a rural ditch. The 37-year-old mother of three was known locally for her transparency regarding her sobriety journey, which she documented on social media to inspire others. While the Minnesota Bureau of Criminal Apprehension assists local police with forensic analysis, few details have been released to the public. Investigators are currently seeking community tips to reconstruct Skog's final movements after she was last seen on July 15. This tragedy…