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In 2025, of the more than 32,000 reports of missing children to NCMEC, 1 in 7 were likely victims of child sex trafficking.

Child sex trafficking is child abuse. Report it: https://report.cybertip.org or call 1-800-THE-LOST.
#EndHumanTrafficking #HTPM
HAVE YOU SEEN THIS CHILD?
15-year-old Charlie Sampson was last seen on Jan. 5, 2026, in Cedar Rapids, Iowa.

Have info? Call NCMEC at 1-800-THE-LOST or the Cedar Rapids Police Department at 1-319-286-5491.
Additional details: missingkids.org/poster/NCMC/2073575/1
January 12, 2026 at 3:30 PM
Trafficking doesn’t always look obvious, but one report can make a difference.

A teen spoke up. NCMEC acted. A child was recovered.

To report suspected child sex trafficking, call 1-800-THE-LOST or make a report at cybertipline.org.
#HumanTraffickingAwarenessDay
January 11, 2026 at 9:20 PM
TO SURVIVORS TRAFFICKED ON BACKPAGE & CITYXGUIDE: YOU ARE NOT ALONE

You may qualify for compensation.
Deadline extended to March 31, 2026.
Get free legal support: backpageremissionnetwork.org.

#SupportSurvivors #HumanTraffickingAwarenessDay #StandWithSurvivors
January 11, 2026 at 2:29 PM
WE NEED YOUR HELP!
14-year-old Kamani Bailey has been missing since Dec. 17, 2025, from Las Vegas, Nevada.

Have info? Call NCMEC at 1-800-THE-LOST or the Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department at (702) 828-3111.
Additional details: https://www.missingkids.org/poster/NCMC/2073301/1
January 10, 2026 at 11:30 PM
It’s time to remove stigmas around trafficking. We need to better understand how trauma may present itself in boys and how to best support them. You are not alone; we believe you. Learn more: https://www.ncmec.org/theissues/trafficking
#EndTrafficking
January 10, 2026 at 5:00 PM
“I still hang our Christmas picture every year,” Alejandra said in a message to her sister. “My daughter is named after you. If you’re out there, if you’re alive, we’re here. Your whole family loves you, and if you can come home, please do. We’ll always be waiting for you.” 📸Karen and Alejandra
January 10, 2026 at 1:37 PM
MISSING: 17-year-old Hailey Buzbee was last seen in Fishers, Indiana, on Jan. 6, 2026. She may be in the local area or may travel to surrounding cities.

Have info? Call NCMEC at 1-800-843-5678 or the Fishers Police Department at 1-317-595-3300.
January 9, 2026 at 11:00 PM
In 2025, of the more than 32,000 reports of missing children to NCMEC, 1 in 7 were likely victims of child sex trafficking.

Child sex trafficking is child abuse. Report it: https://report.cybertip.org or call 1-800-THE-LOST.
#EndHumanTrafficking #HTPM
January 9, 2026 at 7:05 PM
“Deepfake” isn’t the full story.
When AI is used to create fake sexualized images of children, it’s digital forgery, and it’s never victimless.

Learn more in NCMEC’s Internet Safety & GAI Presentation for Parents: https://go.missingkids.org/internet-safety-and-gai-presentation
January 9, 2026 at 2:00 PM
A tip from the National Center for Missing & Exploited Children led to the arrest of a 26-year-old Burlington County man on CSAM possession and distribution charges. https://www.nbcphiladelphia.com/news/local/burlington-county-man-arrested-for-child-sexual-abuse-materials/4329230/
Burlington County man arrested for child sexual abuse material, police say
A man from Burlington County has been charged with possession and distribution of child sexual abuse material, prosecutors said on Wednesday.
www.nbcphiladelphia.com
January 9, 2026 at 1:00 PM
MISSING: 17-year-old Angeleigh Perez was last seen in Mesa, Arizona, on December 25, 2025. She is believed to be in the Glendale, Arizona area.

Have info? Call NCMEC at 1-800-843-5678 or Mesa PD at 1-480-644-2211.
January 8, 2026 at 11:00 PM
It started as an ordinary afternoon of children playing outside an apartment complex in Tucson. By nightfall, 7-year-old Karen Grajeda was gone.

Thirty years later, her family is still searching for answers. Read more about Karen’s case: www.ncmec.org/blog/2026/we...
January 8, 2026 at 9:19 PM
“Jaden, we’re worried about you and hoping you’re safe. Please reach out to let someone know you’re okay. We love you,” — Kindred family.

@bsky.app, we need your help to find Jaden Kindred.

It has been more than three weeks since 16-year-old Jaden was last seen.
January 8, 2026 at 7:31 PM
HAVE YOU SEEN ME?
16-year-old Mia Velez has been missing since Nov. 2, 2025, from Houston, Texas.

Have info? Call NCMEC at 1-800-THE-LOST or Houston PD at 1-713-884-3131.
Poster: https://www.missingkids.org/poster/NCMC/2066905/1
January 8, 2026 at 5:30 PM
Die CyberTipline ist die Anlaufstelle, um Fälle von sexueller Ausbeutung von Kindern zu melden. report.cybertip.org
January 8, 2026 at 4:06 PM
Reposted by NCMEC
Während Straftaten im öffentlichen Raum permanent in den Medien auftauchen, wird über Straftaten im virtuellen Raum eher wenig berichtet. Was den Kindern angetan wird, ist in Worten nicht zu beschreiben. Ohne die ständige Flut an Hinweisen der NCMEC 1/X

www.badische-zeitung.de/an-widerwaer...
"An Widerwärtigkeit nicht zu überbieten": Cybercrime-Zentrum kämpft gegen Missbrauch per Livestream
Schlimme Missbrauchsmethoden im digitalen Raum beschäftigen das Cybercrime-Zentrum in Karlsruhe. In manchen Bereichen werden die Täter immer jünger.
www.badische-zeitung.de
January 7, 2026 at 7:58 PM
Having nudes online is scary, but there’s hope.

Take It Down is a free tool to help remove nude, partially nude, or explicit photos & videos taken before you were 18. ➡️ takeitdown.ncmec.org
January 8, 2026 at 2:27 PM
Closure after 52 years.
Dallas Police have solved their oldest missing persons case, identifying a teen missing since 1973 with help from NCMEC and forensic analysts. https://www.nbcdfw.com/news/local/dallas-52-year-old-missing-persons-cold-case/3964485/
Dallas Police solve oldest missing persons cold case after 52 years
A South Texas crash victim has been identified as Norman Prater, solving the Dallas Police Department’s oldest missing persons case after 52 years.
www.nbcdfw.com
January 7, 2026 at 9:00 PM
MISSING: 16-year-old Jaden Kindred was last seen in Houston, Texas, on Dec. 15, 2025.

Have info? Call NCMEC at 1-800-843-5678 or the Aldine Independent School District PD at 1-281-442-4923.
January 7, 2026 at 7:37 PM
A tip to NCMEC helped launch an investigation that led Guilford County detectives to arrest Jeremy Daniel Lee, 36, on 10 felony charges related to child sexual exploitation. https://abc45.com/news/local/registered-sex-offender-arrested-in-child-exploitation-case
Registered sex offender arrested in child exploitation case
Guilford County Sheriff's Office detectives have arrested Jeremy Daniel Lee, 36, a registered sex offender, in connection with a child pornography investigation
abc45.com
January 7, 2026 at 5:00 PM
Reposted by NCMEC
Perhaps a timely reminder considering current events.
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 7, 2026 at 11:04 AM
MISSING: 16-year-old Nevaeh Huddleston was last seen in Haverhill, Massachusetts, on Nov. 25, 2025. She may be in the local area or may travel to Boston or Arlington, MA, or Danbury, Connecticut.

Have info? Call NCMEC at 1-800-THE-LOST or Haverhill PD at 1-978-373-1212.
January 7, 2026 at 1:41 PM
TO SURVIVORS TRAFFICKED ON BACKPAGE & CITYXGUIDE: YOU ARE NOT ALONE
You may qualify for compensation. Deadline extended to March 31, 2026.
Get free legal support: BackpageRemissionNetwork.org.
#SupportSurvivors #EndTrafficking
January 7, 2026 at 12:00 PM
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