: Call 1-800-THE-LOST (1-800-843-5678) for technical assistance and photo distribution in the U.S.. International Help : Canada : Contact MissingKids.ca for caseworker support.
: Provide the police with a clear, recent photo, a description of their clothing, and any unique identifiers like birthmarks or medical conditions. Essential Resources Boy Missing
If you are dealing with a missing child emergency, . There is no requirement to wait 24 hours to report a missing child. Immediate Actions Essential Resources If you are dealing with a
covering the first 48 hours, working with media, and long-term search strategies. : If in a store or mall, notify
: If in a store or mall, notify management immediately to initiate safety protocols like Code Adam .
: The U.S. Department of Justice provides a comprehensive Family Survival Guide
: Check closets, laundry piles, under beds, and inside large appliances.