Update: Sioux Falls Police Recover Body of Missing 36-Year-Old

A search for a missing Sioux Falls man is over, but sadly, it leaves a community heartbroken.

Officials have confirmed that 36-year-old Sioux Falls resident Joshua Cauwels has been found deceased. His body was found on Tuesday afternoon, April 21st. One of his family sent a Facebook post sharing this devastating news.

Joshy was found yesterday, please keep his little girls and his family and all of us extended family in your thoughts and prayers. We are all very saddened and are processing these next steps.

We don't know what led to Joshua's disappearance. But I do know help is always available in South Dakota. You're never alone. Resources can always be found by calling the Helpline Center at 2-1-1 or 9-8-8.

Original Post from 4-21-26

The Sioux Falls Police Department, loved ones, and local community leaders are coming together to find a missing man.

36-year-old Sioux Falls resident Joshua Cauwels went missing on Thursday, April 16th. His family is concerned and wants to know that he is safe.

Unfortunately, there is very limited information about Joshua Cauwels' disappearance. All the latest details about Joshua Cauwels can be found on the South Dakota Missing Persons website. Here's what we know:

Keep in mind: The South Dakota Missing Persons website lists Joshua Cauwels' disappearance date as February 16th, 2026. Family and friends on social media explain that he went missing this April.

Joshua Cauwels is well-known in the Sioux Falls area. He is a dedicated employee at the St. Francis House, and they are joining the mission to bring Joshua home.

We are helping the Sioux Falls Police Department and his family locate Josh. Josh is a very kind man, father, significant other, who has not been seen or heard from since Thursday night. If you have seen him or know where he is, please contact local authorities so that his children and family know he is safe.

What Can The Sioux Empire Do to Help Find Joshua?

Any resident with leads or information about Joshua's whereabouts is highly encouraged to contact the non-emergency number at 605-367-7000.

This is always a scary situation for families and friends of a missing loved one. Joshua, if you're reading this...you are so loved and missed. Your family and friends are looking for you and can't wait to have you home soon.