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A survivor of familial child sex trafficking shares how abuse hid behind a mask of a picture-perfect family.
Read more: ncmec.org/blog/2026/what-perfection-hid-my-story-of-survival-and-hope
Read more: ncmec.org/blog/2026/what-perfection-hid-my-story-of-survival-and-hope
MISSING: 17-year-old Cyrus Carter was last seen on Dec. 29, 2025, in Medford, Oregon.
Have info? Call NCMEC at 1-800-THE-LOST or the Medford Police Department at 1-541-776-7206.
Have info? Call NCMEC at 1-800-THE-LOST or the Medford Police Department at 1-541-776-7206.
January 27, 2026 at 1:00 AM
MISSING: 17-year-old Cyrus Carter was last seen on Dec. 29, 2025, in Medford, Oregon.
Have info? Call NCMEC at 1-800-THE-LOST or the Medford Police Department at 1-541-776-7206.
Have info? Call NCMEC at 1-800-THE-LOST or the Medford Police Department at 1-541-776-7206.
Operation Shine the Light led to the rescue of eight children ages 13–17 on Oʻahu during a multi-agency child recovery effort. https://bigislandnow.com/2026/01/23/eight-teens-rescued-during-multiagency-child-recovery-operation-on-oahu/
Eight teens rescued during multiagency child recovery operation on O‘ahu | Big Island Now
The operation was conducted during National Human Trafficking Awareness Month in January. Two children who recovered were reported as runaways more than one year ago.
bigislandnow.com
January 26, 2026 at 7:00 PM
Operation Shine the Light led to the rescue of eight children ages 13–17 on Oʻahu during a multi-agency child recovery effort. https://bigislandnow.com/2026/01/23/eight-teens-rescued-during-multiagency-child-recovery-operation-on-oahu/
WE NEED YOUR HELP
Thomas Medlin, 15, disappeared after traveling from his Long Island school to Manhattan on Jan. 9. His family believes he was going to meet someone he met online.
Thomas Medlin, 15, disappeared after traveling from his Long Island school to Manhattan on Jan. 9. His family believes he was going to meet someone he met online.
MISSING: 15-year-old Thomas Medlin was last seen in Stony Brook, NY, on Jan. 9, 2026. He may have traveled to the New York City area.
Have info? Call NCMEC at 1-800-843-5678 or the Suffolk County Police Department at 1-631-852-2677.
Have info? Call NCMEC at 1-800-843-5678 or the Suffolk County Police Department at 1-631-852-2677.
January 26, 2026 at 5:16 PM
WE NEED YOUR HELP
Thomas Medlin, 15, disappeared after traveling from his Long Island school to Manhattan on Jan. 9. His family believes he was going to meet someone he met online.
Thomas Medlin, 15, disappeared after traveling from his Long Island school to Manhattan on Jan. 9. His family believes he was going to meet someone he met online.
A 323% increase in reports of suspected child sex trafficking doesn’t mean the harm is new.
It means it’s finally being seen.
In the first full year following the REPORT Act’s passage, more than 113,500 reports were made to NCMEC’s CyberTipline. www.ncmec.org/blog/2026/se...
It means it’s finally being seen.
In the first full year following the REPORT Act’s passage, more than 113,500 reports were made to NCMEC’s CyberTipline. www.ncmec.org/blog/2026/se...
January 26, 2026 at 1:52 PM
A 323% increase in reports of suspected child sex trafficking doesn’t mean the harm is new.
It means it’s finally being seen.
In the first full year following the REPORT Act’s passage, more than 113,500 reports were made to NCMEC’s CyberTipline. www.ncmec.org/blog/2026/se...
It means it’s finally being seen.
In the first full year following the REPORT Act’s passage, more than 113,500 reports were made to NCMEC’s CyberTipline. www.ncmec.org/blog/2026/se...
“Children being trafficked are often hidden behind hotel doors, isolated from the outside world,” said Melissa Snow of NCMEC. “Spotlight helps kick that door down.”
faster.ncmec.org/blog/2025/spotlight-on-ai-finding-hidden-trafficking-victims
faster.ncmec.org/blog/2025/spotlight-on-ai-finding-hidden-trafficking-victims
January 26, 2026 at 1:35 PM
“Children being trafficked are often hidden behind hotel doors, isolated from the outside world,” said Melissa Snow of NCMEC. “Spotlight helps kick that door down.”
faster.ncmec.org/blog/2025/spotlight-on-ai-finding-hidden-trafficking-victims
faster.ncmec.org/blog/2025/spotlight-on-ai-finding-hidden-trafficking-victims
Snowy, cold weather = more online gaming. 🎮❄️
Get safety tips here to help empower the kids in your life: ncmec.org/netsmartz/topics/gaming
Get safety tips here to help empower the kids in your life: ncmec.org/netsmartz/topics/gaming
January 25, 2026 at 8:00 PM
Snowy, cold weather = more online gaming. 🎮❄️
Get safety tips here to help empower the kids in your life: ncmec.org/netsmartz/topics/gaming
Get safety tips here to help empower the kids in your life: ncmec.org/netsmartz/topics/gaming
#AMBERAlert canceled after the Oklahoma Highway Patrol confirmed a missing 12-year-old girl in Oklahoma has been located.
https://www.wifr.com/2026/01/24/amber-alert-issued-12-year-old-oklahoma-girl-last-seen-getting-into-car-with-unknown-man/
https://www.wifr.com/2026/01/24/amber-alert-issued-12-year-old-oklahoma-girl-last-seen-getting-into-car-with-unknown-man/
Missing 12-year-old Oklahoma girl found; Amber Alert canceled
An Amber Alert has been issued for a 12-year-old girl in Oklahoma who was last seen on Jan. 23.
www.wifr.com
January 25, 2026 at 7:00 PM
#AMBERAlert canceled after the Oklahoma Highway Patrol confirmed a missing 12-year-old girl in Oklahoma has been located.
https://www.wifr.com/2026/01/24/amber-alert-issued-12-year-old-oklahoma-girl-last-seen-getting-into-car-with-unknown-man/
https://www.wifr.com/2026/01/24/amber-alert-issued-12-year-old-oklahoma-girl-last-seen-getting-into-car-with-unknown-man/
A CyberTip to NCMEC helped set a multi-agency investigation in motion.
Beaufort County deputies say Ronald Dennis Jr., 24, faces 10 counts of second-degree sexual exploitation of a minor. https://www.witn.com/2026/01/22/beaufort-county-man-arrested-10-counts-child-sexual-exploitation/
Beaufort County deputies say Ronald Dennis Jr., 24, faces 10 counts of second-degree sexual exploitation of a minor. https://www.witn.com/2026/01/22/beaufort-county-man-arrested-10-counts-child-sexual-exploitation/
Beaufort County man arrested on 10 counts of child sexual exploitation
Multi-agency investigation leads to charges against 24-year-old Ronald Dennis Jr.
www.witn.com
January 25, 2026 at 5:00 PM
A CyberTip to NCMEC helped set a multi-agency investigation in motion.
Beaufort County deputies say Ronald Dennis Jr., 24, faces 10 counts of second-degree sexual exploitation of a minor. https://www.witn.com/2026/01/22/beaufort-county-man-arrested-10-counts-child-sexual-exploitation/
Beaufort County deputies say Ronald Dennis Jr., 24, faces 10 counts of second-degree sexual exploitation of a minor. https://www.witn.com/2026/01/22/beaufort-county-man-arrested-10-counts-child-sexual-exploitation/
“He has never left us,” the mother of missing 15-year-old Thomas Medlin said.
Thomas disappeared after traveling into Manhattan from his Long Island school on Jan. 9. His family believes he was going to meet someone he met online. people.com/missing-boy-...
Thomas disappeared after traveling into Manhattan from his Long Island school on Jan. 9. His family believes he was going to meet someone he met online. people.com/missing-boy-...
Boy Missing for 2 Weeks Reportedly Traveled to N.Y.C. to See Someone He Met on Roblox
Thomas Medlin, 15, went missing after traveling into Manhattan from his Long Island, N.Y., school on Jan. 9. His mother believes he was heading into the city to see someone he met on Roblox.
people.com
January 25, 2026 at 4:44 PM
“He has never left us,” the mother of missing 15-year-old Thomas Medlin said.
Thomas disappeared after traveling into Manhattan from his Long Island school on Jan. 9. His family believes he was going to meet someone he met online. people.com/missing-boy-...
Thomas disappeared after traveling into Manhattan from his Long Island school on Jan. 9. His family believes he was going to meet someone he met online. people.com/missing-boy-...
An arrest has been made after a CyberTip to NCMEC.
Greenville County deputies say Adam Thomas Kirwan, 28, is facing one count of felony sexual exploitation of a minor, second degree. https://www.foxcarolina.com/2026/01/20/upstate-man-arrested-after-sharing-child-sexual-abuse-material/
Greenville County deputies say Adam Thomas Kirwan, 28, is facing one count of felony sexual exploitation of a minor, second degree. https://www.foxcarolina.com/2026/01/20/upstate-man-arrested-after-sharing-child-sexual-abuse-material/
Upstate man arrested after sharing child sexual abuse material
This case will be prosecuted by the Attorney General's Office.
www.foxcarolina.com
January 24, 2026 at 3:00 PM
An arrest has been made after a CyberTip to NCMEC.
Greenville County deputies say Adam Thomas Kirwan, 28, is facing one count of felony sexual exploitation of a minor, second degree. https://www.foxcarolina.com/2026/01/20/upstate-man-arrested-after-sharing-child-sexual-abuse-material/
Greenville County deputies say Adam Thomas Kirwan, 28, is facing one count of felony sexual exploitation of a minor, second degree. https://www.foxcarolina.com/2026/01/20/upstate-man-arrested-after-sharing-child-sexual-abuse-material/
MISSING ALERT 🚨
17-year-old Matthew Starr was last seen in DeSoto, Texas, on Nov. 21, 2025. He may be in the local area or traveling to Richardson or New Braunfels, Texas.
Matthew may be in need of medical attention.
17-year-old Matthew Starr was last seen in DeSoto, Texas, on Nov. 21, 2025. He may be in the local area or traveling to Richardson or New Braunfels, Texas.
Matthew may be in need of medical attention.
January 23, 2026 at 10:38 PM
MISSING ALERT 🚨
17-year-old Matthew Starr was last seen in DeSoto, Texas, on Nov. 21, 2025. He may be in the local area or traveling to Richardson or New Braunfels, Texas.
Matthew may be in need of medical attention.
17-year-old Matthew Starr was last seen in DeSoto, Texas, on Nov. 21, 2025. He may be in the local area or traveling to Richardson or New Braunfels, Texas.
Matthew may be in need of medical attention.
An investigation that began with a report to NCMEC has led to an arrest.
Osceola County deputies say 27-year-old Steven Michael Pagan faces multiple charges related to child sexual abuse material. www.wftv.com/news/local/o...
Osceola County deputies say 27-year-old Steven Michael Pagan faces multiple charges related to child sexual abuse material. www.wftv.com/news/local/o...
Florida man faces multiple charges following tip report, investigators say
Law enforcement confirms Pagan faces four charges of possession and using a two-way communication device unlawfully.
www.wftv.com
January 23, 2026 at 1:43 PM
An investigation that began with a report to NCMEC has led to an arrest.
Osceola County deputies say 27-year-old Steven Michael Pagan faces multiple charges related to child sexual abuse material. www.wftv.com/news/local/o...
Osceola County deputies say 27-year-old Steven Michael Pagan faces multiple charges related to child sexual abuse material. www.wftv.com/news/local/o...
MISSING CHILD ALERT
14-year-old Jocelyn Krofek was last seen in Portsmouth, Virginia, on Jan. 18, 2026.
She may still be in the Portsmouth area or may travel to Alexandria, VA, or out of state. Jocelyn may be with two other juvenile females.
Have info? Call NCMEC at 1-800-THE-LOST.
14-year-old Jocelyn Krofek was last seen in Portsmouth, Virginia, on Jan. 18, 2026.
She may still be in the Portsmouth area or may travel to Alexandria, VA, or out of state. Jocelyn may be with two other juvenile females.
Have info? Call NCMEC at 1-800-THE-LOST.
January 23, 2026 at 1:10 PM
MISSING CHILD ALERT
14-year-old Jocelyn Krofek was last seen in Portsmouth, Virginia, on Jan. 18, 2026.
She may still be in the Portsmouth area or may travel to Alexandria, VA, or out of state. Jocelyn may be with two other juvenile females.
Have info? Call NCMEC at 1-800-THE-LOST.
14-year-old Jocelyn Krofek was last seen in Portsmouth, Virginia, on Jan. 18, 2026.
She may still be in the Portsmouth area or may travel to Alexandria, VA, or out of state. Jocelyn may be with two other juvenile females.
Have info? Call NCMEC at 1-800-THE-LOST.
MISSING CHILD ALERT
15-year-old Darsha McAllister was last seen in Portsmouth, Virginia, on Jan. 18, 2026. She may still be in the Portsmouth area or may travel to Alexandria, VA, or out of state.
Darsha may be with two other juvenile females.
Have info? Call NCMEC at 1-800-THE-LOST.
15-year-old Darsha McAllister was last seen in Portsmouth, Virginia, on Jan. 18, 2026. She may still be in the Portsmouth area or may travel to Alexandria, VA, or out of state.
Darsha may be with two other juvenile females.
Have info? Call NCMEC at 1-800-THE-LOST.
January 22, 2026 at 8:09 PM
MISSING CHILD ALERT
15-year-old Darsha McAllister was last seen in Portsmouth, Virginia, on Jan. 18, 2026. She may still be in the Portsmouth area or may travel to Alexandria, VA, or out of state.
Darsha may be with two other juvenile females.
Have info? Call NCMEC at 1-800-THE-LOST.
15-year-old Darsha McAllister was last seen in Portsmouth, Virginia, on Jan. 18, 2026. She may still be in the Portsmouth area or may travel to Alexandria, VA, or out of state.
Darsha may be with two other juvenile females.
Have info? Call NCMEC at 1-800-THE-LOST.
“The only thing that matters to us is knowing you are safe”.
Hailey Buzbee, 17, was last seen by her parents in their home the night of Jan. 5, 2026. The next morning, she was gone. www.nbcnews.com/dateline/mis...
Hailey Buzbee, 17, was last seen by her parents in their home the night of Jan. 5, 2026. The next morning, she was gone. www.nbcnews.com/dateline/mis...
Indiana family issues plea to endangered missing 17-year-old: “The only thing that matters to us is knowing you are safe”
Hailey Buzbee was last seen by her parents in their home the night of January 5, 2026. The next morning, she was gone. Investigators believe she ran away, and didn’t act alone.
www.nbcnews.com
January 22, 2026 at 7:52 PM
“The only thing that matters to us is knowing you are safe”.
Hailey Buzbee, 17, was last seen by her parents in their home the night of Jan. 5, 2026. The next morning, she was gone. www.nbcnews.com/dateline/mis...
Hailey Buzbee, 17, was last seen by her parents in their home the night of Jan. 5, 2026. The next morning, she was gone. www.nbcnews.com/dateline/mis...
A new way to help search for missing children is here.
The Missing Child Poster Network is a free Fire TV app that turns everyday screens into tools for awareness, utilizing verified missing children’s data from NCMEC.
Learn how it works: www.ncmec.org/blog/2026/tu...
The Missing Child Poster Network is a free Fire TV app that turns everyday screens into tools for awareness, utilizing verified missing children’s data from NCMEC.
Learn how it works: www.ncmec.org/blog/2026/tu...
Turning Everyday Screens Into Tools for Hope: Introducing the Missing Child Poster Network
The National Center for Missing & Exploited Children (NCMEC) is excited to announce the launch...
www.ncmec.org
January 22, 2026 at 3:27 PM
A new way to help search for missing children is here.
The Missing Child Poster Network is a free Fire TV app that turns everyday screens into tools for awareness, utilizing verified missing children’s data from NCMEC.
Learn how it works: www.ncmec.org/blog/2026/tu...
The Missing Child Poster Network is a free Fire TV app that turns everyday screens into tools for awareness, utilizing verified missing children’s data from NCMEC.
Learn how it works: www.ncmec.org/blog/2026/tu...
Reposted by NCMEC
Today, members of ACPD’s Community Outreach Unit, Special Victims Unit and Criminal Investigations Division interns toured the @ncmec.org and learned more about their important work dedicated to keeping children safe.
January 21, 2026 at 10:30 PM
Today, members of ACPD’s Community Outreach Unit, Special Victims Unit and Criminal Investigations Division interns toured the @ncmec.org and learned more about their important work dedicated to keeping children safe.
Reposted by NCMEC
We’re thrilled to announce our keynote speaker for #MUS2026: co-founder of @ncmec.org and victims’ rights advocate, John Walsh! Join us to hear John share the story of how he channeled the most painful event of his life into a mission with incredible impact: ow.ly/QeqG50Y0Kr2.
January 21, 2026 at 4:29 PM
We’re thrilled to announce our keynote speaker for #MUS2026: co-founder of @ncmec.org and victims’ rights advocate, John Walsh! Join us to hear John share the story of how he channeled the most painful event of his life into a mission with incredible impact: ow.ly/QeqG50Y0Kr2.
MISSING: 15-year-old Thomas Medlin was last seen in Stony Brook, NY, on Jan. 9, 2026. He may have traveled to the New York City area.
Have info? Call NCMEC at 1-800-843-5678 or the Suffolk County Police Department at 1-631-852-2677.
Have info? Call NCMEC at 1-800-843-5678 or the Suffolk County Police Department at 1-631-852-2677.
January 20, 2026 at 11:00 PM
MISSING: 15-year-old Thomas Medlin was last seen in Stony Brook, NY, on Jan. 9, 2026. He may have traveled to the New York City area.
Have info? Call NCMEC at 1-800-843-5678 or the Suffolk County Police Department at 1-631-852-2677.
Have info? Call NCMEC at 1-800-843-5678 or the Suffolk County Police Department at 1-631-852-2677.
A survivor of familial child sex trafficking shares how abuse hid behind a mask of a picture-perfect family.
Read more: ncmec.org/blog/2026/what-perfection-hid-my-story-of-survival-and-hope
Read more: ncmec.org/blog/2026/what-perfection-hid-my-story-of-survival-and-hope
January 20, 2026 at 8:38 PM
A survivor of familial child sex trafficking shares how abuse hid behind a mask of a picture-perfect family.
Read more: ncmec.org/blog/2026/what-perfection-hid-my-story-of-survival-and-hope
Read more: ncmec.org/blog/2026/what-perfection-hid-my-story-of-survival-and-hope
MISSING CHILD ALERT: 14-year-old Charlotte Johnson was last seen in Colorado Springs, CO on Jan. 14, 2026.
Have info? Call NCMEC 1-800-843-5678 or the Colorado Springs Police Department at 1-719-444-7000.
Have info? Call NCMEC 1-800-843-5678 or the Colorado Springs Police Department at 1-719-444-7000.
January 20, 2026 at 5:01 PM
MISSING CHILD ALERT: 14-year-old Charlotte Johnson was last seen in Colorado Springs, CO on Jan. 14, 2026.
Have info? Call NCMEC 1-800-843-5678 or the Colorado Springs Police Department at 1-719-444-7000.
Have info? Call NCMEC 1-800-843-5678 or the Colorado Springs Police Department at 1-719-444-7000.
Today, we honor the life of Reverend Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.
At NCMEC, we’re reminded of his relentless call to serve others and help those in need.
“You only need a heart full of grace, a soul generated by love.”
Every child deserves a safe childhood.
At NCMEC, we’re reminded of his relentless call to serve others and help those in need.
“You only need a heart full of grace, a soul generated by love.”
Every child deserves a safe childhood.
January 19, 2026 at 3:06 PM
Today, we honor the life of Reverend Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.
At NCMEC, we’re reminded of his relentless call to serve others and help those in need.
“You only need a heart full of grace, a soul generated by love.”
Every child deserves a safe childhood.
At NCMEC, we’re reminded of his relentless call to serve others and help those in need.
“You only need a heart full of grace, a soul generated by love.”
Every child deserves a safe childhood.
Trends show us that when children run away frequently or for long periods of time, they tend to run either to or from an unsafe situation. https://www.ncmec.org/blog/2025/traffickers-target-kids-who-run-away
#EndTrafficking
#EndTrafficking
January 18, 2026 at 5:00 PM
Trends show us that when children run away frequently or for long periods of time, they tend to run either to or from an unsafe situation. https://www.ncmec.org/blog/2025/traffickers-target-kids-who-run-away
#EndTrafficking
#EndTrafficking
Some AMBER Alert cases remain unresolved. These families are still searching for answers.
Read more to learn about the cases that still need your help: https://www.ncmec.org/blog.
Read more to learn about the cases that still need your help: https://www.ncmec.org/blog.
January 17, 2026 at 11:00 PM
Some AMBER Alert cases remain unresolved. These families are still searching for answers.
Read more to learn about the cases that still need your help: https://www.ncmec.org/blog.
Read more to learn about the cases that still need your help: https://www.ncmec.org/blog.
One report helped connect the dots between two missing children in different states and stopped a trafficker.
To report suspected child sex trafficking, call 1-800-THE-LOST or make a report at
report.cybertip.org
#EndHumanTrafficking
To report suspected child sex trafficking, call 1-800-THE-LOST or make a report at
report.cybertip.org
#EndHumanTrafficking
January 17, 2026 at 5:00 PM
One report helped connect the dots between two missing children in different states and stopped a trafficker.
To report suspected child sex trafficking, call 1-800-THE-LOST or make a report at
report.cybertip.org
#EndHumanTrafficking
To report suspected child sex trafficking, call 1-800-THE-LOST or make a report at
report.cybertip.org
#EndHumanTrafficking