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NCMEC is the nation’s largest and most influential child protection organization. Every child deserves safe childhood.
REPORTING CSAM WORKS.
Tips submitted to NCMEC’s CyberTipline help law enforcement identify offenders, rescue children, and prevent future abuse.

If you see something, report it: http://cybertipline.org
January 6, 2026 at 8:00 PM
WE NEED YOUR HELP!
17-year-old Jade Johnson has been missing since Oct. 3, 2025, from Detroit, Michigan.

Have info? Call NCMEC at 1-800-THE-LOST or Detroit PD at 1-313-267-4600.
Poster: https://www.missingkids.org/poster/NCMC/2064769/1
January 6, 2026 at 5:30 PM
CyberTip Leads to Sextortion Indictment
A grand jury indicted Nicholas Scott, 21, after a CyberTipline report to NCMEC led investigators to alleged online child sextortion. https://www.wlwt.com/article/clermont-county-grand-jury-tate-township-sextortion-charges/69894066
Prosecutor: Grand jury indicts Tate Township man on child sextortion charges
A Tate Township man has been indicted by a grand jury on sexual extortion charges involving a minor, according to the Clermont County Prosecutor's Office.
www.wlwt.com
January 6, 2026 at 5:00 PM
If you hear something or see something, speak up. Report suspected child sex trafficking at report.cybertip.org or call 1-800-THE-LOST. Children may not recognize they’re being exploited or feel safe seeking help.
January 6, 2026 at 12:40 PM
AI can be used to create, but it can also be misused.
Learn how to protect your child from the hidden risks of generative AI: https://go.missingkids.org/internet-safety-and-gai-presentation
January 5, 2026 at 11:00 PM
An 11-year-old missing boy was safely rescued during a traffic stop after deputies located a registered sex offender driving with two juveniles, authorities say.

The child, missing for three days, was separated from the suspect and is now safe.
nypost.com/2026/01/05/u...
Missing 11-year-old boy kidnapped, found in registered sex offender’s truck
While interviewing the 11-year-old victim in the hospital, the child said he was lured to a wooded campsite in Flagler Estates, where Darnell Hairston allegedly “choked him until he lost cons…
nypost.com
January 5, 2026 at 6:34 PM
CyberTip Leads to New York Arrest
New York State police arrested a former Seneca County corrections officer after a tip from NCMEC led to a child exploitation investigation. https://www.fingerlakes1.com/2026/01/03/former-seneca-co-corrections-officer-charged-in-child-case/
Former Seneca Co. corrections officer charged in child case | Fingerlakes1.com
A former Seneca County corrections officer faces felony charges following a months-long child exploitation investigation, according to New York State Police. State police arrested a 32-year-old Waterl...
www.fingerlakes1.com
January 5, 2026 at 5:00 PM
Hey @bsky.app, we need your help!

HAVE YOU SEEN ME?
15-year-old Laniya was last seen on October 12, 2025, in Louisville, Kentucky.
Poster: www.missingkids.org/poster/NCMC/...
January 5, 2026 at 12:35 PM
In 1975, 18-year-old Teresa “Bunny” Fittin backed out of her driveway in Fort Lauderdale and vanished.

50 years later, her 87-year-old mother is still searching for answers.
Read her story: https://www.ncmec.org/blog/2025/a-mothers-quest-to-end-five-decades-of-silence-pain
January 4, 2026 at 5:00 PM
One detail can change everything.
If you see potential child sex trafficking—online or in person—don’t ignore it.
Make a report: https://cybertipline.org/
#EndTrafficking
January 4, 2026 at 3:00 AM
Help Find Me
Since 1964, more than 340 infants have been taken from homes, hospitals, or public places. Many were found, but others remain missing and need your help.
Learn more and share their cases: ncmec.org/blog/2025/stolen-babies-help-find-me
January 3, 2026 at 5:00 PM
Child sex trafficking is a devastating form of abuse where children under 18 are advertised, solicited, or exploited through a commercial sex act. This can involve any exchange of value—such as money, food, shelter, or drugs—for sexual activity. Learn more about the issue at ncmec.org/trafficking
January 2, 2026 at 11:00 PM
Williamson County Sheriff’s Office says quick action by community members helped stop an attempted kidnapping at Berry Springs Park.

Deputies arrested Christopher Garza, 28, who now faces charges including attempted kidnapping. cbsaustin.com/news/local/w...
Williamson County man arrested after attempting to kidnap child at park near Georgetown
The Williamson County Sheriff's Office arrested a 28-year-old man over the weekend after he attempted to kidnap a child at a park near Georgetown.Christopher G
cbsaustin.com
January 2, 2026 at 2:05 PM
#AMBERAlert
15-year-old Maryuri Yolani Gomez Marquez was last seen Sunday morning in Plains, Texas.
She was last seen with Juan Orlando Garcia Sarmiento, 41, who is considered wanted. They may be traveling in a black 2010 Ford F-150, TX plate WGV-9997.
www.kcbd.com/2025/12/31/a...
AMBER Alert issued for 15-year-old girl last seen in Plains
She was last seen in Plains on Sunday morning.
www.kcbd.com
January 2, 2026 at 12:56 PM
“We would play merry-go-round… I’d take her by the hands and swirl her around.”

Heather Bush was just 13 when she vanished after leaving her grandmother’s home in California 20 years ago. Her family has never stopped searching for answers. Read more: www.ncmec.org/blog/2025/20...
January 2, 2026 at 12:47 PM
Happy New Year from your friends at NCMEC!
We’re excited for all we can achieve together in 2026 to help ensure every child has a safe childhood.
January 1, 2026 at 1:00 PM
This is your last chance to make a 2025 tax-deductible gift.
Stand with NCMEC tonight and help ensure every child has a safe childhood in the year ahead: https://give.missingkids.org/Give2025
January 1, 2026 at 12:01 AM
As midnight approaches, we’re grateful for every supporter who helps make our mission possible.

Your year-end gift fuels the work we’ll do for children and families in 2026. Give before the year ends: https://give.missingkids.org/Give2025
December 31, 2025 at 7:00 PM
There are only a few hours left in 2025.
Before the ball drops, make your tax-deductible gift to NCMEC and help us continue protecting children in 2025 and beyond: https://give.missingkids.org/Give2025.
December 31, 2025 at 4:00 PM
“Deanna’s been failed so many times. She deserved so much more.”
Deanna Merryfield vanished at 13. Her case was closed twice. But her sister never gave up.

35 years later, the fight for answers continues. Read more: https://www.ncmec.org/blog/2025/missing-at-13-a-lifetime-without-answers
December 31, 2025 at 2:00 PM
2026 IS ALMOST HERE!
Make your gift before midnight on December 31 to ensure your donation is tax-deductible for 2025 and help protect children in the year ahead: https://give.missingkids.org/Give2025.
December 30, 2025 at 10:00 PM
“Most importantly, we’re just glad he’s back home safe.”
The Volusia County Sheriff's Office rescued 6-year-old Coco, a nonverbal child with autism, from a pond on Christmas Day. https://www.cbsnews.com/news/florida-boy-with-autism-rescue-pond-helicopter-search-volusia-county/
Boy with autism, 6, rescued from Florida pond 15 months after similar incident
The boy, identified by police as Coco, was found in chest-deep waters but was not injured.
www.cbsnews.com
December 30, 2025 at 4:00 PM
More than 90% of missing child cases reported to NCMEC last year were kids who ran away.

They’re not “just runaways.” They’re missing and often in danger. Learn more: ncmec.org/blog/2025/theyre-missing-too-why-runaway-children-need-our-help
December 30, 2025 at 3:00 PM
Every day, children rely on NCMEC — and we rely on people like you.
Our team works through holidays, late nights, and weekends to respond to those who need help now.
Thank you for standing with us in the fight to protect children: give.missingkids.org/Give2025
December 30, 2025 at 12:55 AM