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Instructions for helping someone else

Missing adult

What to do

  1. If they may be in danger, alert police now. If unsure, explain your concerns.
  2. Try calling and contact people they know. Check messages. Record last contact and searches.
  3. Tell police: recent photo, clothes, last place/time, phone and medical risks.
  4. If found, tell police and check whether medical help is needed.
  5. Record searches and reports. Leave belongings and messages unchanged. If you find a hazard, stay out and tell rescuers.
  6. Found but unwilling to return: tell police they are safe. Do not force return or reveal refuge. If protection is requested, help contact a safe service.
  7. After telling police, notify search helpers and remove search publicity. Do not publish the new address.

What to avoid

  1. Do not wait 24 hours to alert police.
  2. Do not publish location or sensitive details without permission. Tell police if the person is found.
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