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: 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.

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covering the first 48 hours, working with media, and long-term search strategies. - MissingKids

: If in a store or mall, notify management immediately to initiate safety protocols like Code Adam . working with media

: The U.S. Department of Justice provides a comprehensive Family Survival Guide

If you are dealing with a missing child emergency, . There is no requirement to wait 24 hours to report a missing child. Immediate Actions

: Avoid cleaning the child's room or washing their laundry, as these may contain vital scent or DNA evidence for search dogs and investigators.