This is information you should know, but hopefully never need.
If you suspect your loved one or friend has gone missing, drop a line to the police immediately.
But if you suspect foul play, 911 can be used.
There is NO online filingall reports must be made on the phone or in person.
The smallest of details can help, whether you think they will or not.
Habits and personality of missing person: Smoker?
What about recreational activities or hobbies?
Places they frequent (coffee shops, banks, bars, stores, etc.)?
Are they outgoing or keep to themselves?
What is their personal life philosophy or religion?
Plans of the missing person the day they went missing: What activities did they have planned that day?
Where were they going?
Did they go by vehicle?
If so, provide the cars make, model, and license plate number.
Information about the last time the missing person was seen: Who saw them last?
What were they doing?
What were they talking about?
If they have a primary physician, give out their name and contact info.
As you’re able to see, thats a lot of information to have ready.
But its vital you dont hold back any details.
That said, dont wait to call and report if you dont have all this information on hand.
you’ve got the option to provide more information as it comes.
Everything you do or learn should go in the log.
This log could include:
The missing persons file number.
The contact info for the investigator in charge of the search.
The info youve provided to police.
The info youve collected, but still need to share with police.
The info youve been told by local law enforcement as the search goes on.
It helps to keep this all in one place so you might access and share it easily.
Any left behind gadgets: If they left any phones, computers, or tablets, grab them.
They may have been in touch with someone via text message, phone call, or social connection.
Personal documents: Banking statements, credit card statements, bills, etc.
Log all of your activitywhether it leads somewhere or notin your journal.
