Missing Persons
Missing persons cases, kidnappings, and disappearances
2 Pennsylvania Firefighters Killed in Head-On Crash While Searching for Missing Woman
Two volunteer firefighters died when their utility task vehicle collided with another vehicle during a missing person search operation in Pennsylvania.
Missing PersonsPalm Beach Man Charged With Kidnapping, Sexual Battery as Deputies Seek Additional Victims
Law enforcement authorities in Palm Beach County have filed charges against a local man alleging kidnapping and sexual battery, while investigators work to identify any other potential victims.
Missing PersonsArizona Girl Missing Since 1994 Wasn't Kidnapped and Didn't Want to Be Found, Official Says
Law enforcement reveals stunning development in decades-old missing person case, saying the then-teenager left voluntarily and may still be alive.
Missing PersonsFour Del Valle High Students Accused of Kidnapping, Torturing Classmate, Affidavits Say
Authorities allege four teenagers held a classmate captive and subjected the victim to torture inside a campus bathroom, according to court documents.
Missing PersonsChild Abduction Can Happen Close to Home, Leaving Lasting Trauma
Experts warn that most child abductions involve someone the victim knows, challenging common perceptions of stranger danger.
Missing PersonsICE Calls for Lexington to Keep Kidnapping Suspect in Custody
Federal immigration authorities request that local law enforcement hold suspect pending potential federal charges.
Missing PersonsJournalist Shelly Kittleson Missing After Alleged Kidnapping in Iraq
Shelly Kittleson, a journalist reporting from Iraq, has been reported missing amid ongoing concerns for journalist safety in the region.
Missing PersonsNine Men Including Well-Known Musical Artists Federally Charged in Dallas Kidnapping Case
The Justice Department announces federal charges against nine individuals connected to a kidnapping at a Dallas music studio.
Verdict Missing PersonsCouncil Bluffs Man Convicted of Murder in Woman's 1989 Disappearance
A Iowa man has been convicted in connection with the disappearance of a woman who vanished more than three decades ago.
Missing PersonsUS Journalist Kidnapped in Iraq Linked to Iranian Militants, Sources Say
Investigators report potential connection between journalist's abduction and Iran-backed militia group operating in Iraq.
Missing PersonsAmber Alert Canceled in St. Louis After Police Determine There Was Never an Abducted Child
St. Louis authorities issued then quickly canceled an Amber Alert, announcing that no child had actually been abducted.
Missing PersonsDoctor, Nurses Accused of Kidnapping Patients for Financial Gain
Authorities allege medical professionals unlawfully detained individuals at healthcare facility, potentially for monetary exploitation.
Missing PersonsSheriff: Man Charged With Kidnapping Teens, Taking Them to Secluded Area in Calhoun County
Authorities have charged a man with kidnapping multiple teenagers and moving them to an isolated area, according to the Calhoun County Sheriff's Office.
Missing Persons5-Year-Old Girl Abducted in Stolen Vehicle in Affton
Law enforcement agencies launch search operation after reports of child abduction involving vehicle theft.
Missing Persons$150K Loan, Body in Freezer: Couple's Disappearance Leads to Shocking Betrayal
Investigation into missing pair reveals alleged financial motive and disturbing discovery.
Missing PersonsAMBER Alert Issued for 1-Year-Old Last Seen in Southeast Houston
Law enforcement agencies issue emergency alert for missing toddler in Harris County area.
Missing PersonsTrial in 1986 Norwalk Kidnapping and Murder of 11-Year-Old to Begin Monday
Decades-old case returns to court as prosecutors pursue justice in cold case involving young victim.
Missing PersonsCarlos Corte of Patchogue Charged With Kidnapping After Leading 4-Year-Old Girl Out of Village Laundromat, Police Say
Long Island man faces kidnapping charges in connection with incident at local laundromat; investigators detail evidence leading to arrest.
Missing PersonsDetroit Lions Player Mentioned in Text Messages Linked to Robbery, Kidnapping Case
Text messages recovered in investigation reference NFL player as Hillsborough County prosecutors pursue charges.
Missing PersonsDoorbell Camera Helps San Antonio Police Foil Kidnapping-Ransom Scheme Targeting Senior
Authorities say suspicious activity captured on a home doorbell camera led to the rescue of an elderly resident and the arrest of two suspects in an alleged ransom plot.
Missing PersonsMother Accused of Kidnapping 11-Year-Old Boy, Forcing Apology to Daughter After Rejection
Virginia woman faces abduction charges after allegedly taking boy from residence and making him apologize to her daughter.
Missing PersonsSavannah Guthrie Questions If Mom's Abduction Is Because of Her: 'Too Much to Bear'
NBC News anchor speaks out about her mother's disappearance, expressing guilt and urging public help in finding her.
Missing PersonsSavannah Guthrie Says Her Wealth and Fame Are 'Probably' the Catalysts for Mom's Kidnapping
NBC News anchor opens up about the terrifying incident that left her family searching for answers.
Missing PersonsVenezuela's Maduro Set to Appear in US Court Months After Abduction
The Venezuelan president faces US federal charges in a closely watched case that has escalated diplomatic tensions.