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www.nytimes.com
2 weeks ago
California

3 Bodies Found in Baja California Are Identified as Missing Tourists'

Three tourists from Australia and the United States, who went missing in Baja California, were found dead with gunshot wounds near La Bocana beach. [ more ]
www.dw.com
2 weeks ago
California

Mexico: Bodies found after 3 foreign surfers go missing DW 05/04/2024

Mexican authorities are investigating three dead bodies found near where two Australian brothers and their American friend went missing during a surfing trip in a region affected by cartel violence. [ more ]
The Mercury News
1 month ago
East Bay (California)

Body pulled from East Bay estuary identified as one of two San Pablo murder victims

A body found in East Bay estuary identified as 74-year-old Que Thi Tran, believed to be killed by son-in-law Phuc Hong Vo. [ more ]
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#london
www.barkinganddagenhampost.co.uk
3 weeks ago
London

Urgent appeal for east London teenage girls

An urgent appeal has been made by the police for two missing 14-year-old girls from east London. [ more ]
www.newsshopper.co.uk
1 month ago
Black Lives Matter

Missing schoolgirls, 13 and 14, could be in Sydenham or Lewisham

Two girls, aged 13 and 14, missing from Coventry might be in London, specifically Upper Sydenham or Lewisham, prompting a call for sightings to ensure their safety. [ more ]
www.yourlocalguardian.co.uk
2 months ago
London

Two girls missing from Croydon last seen in early hours days ago

Two teenage girls, London and Peniel, are missing from Croydon since March 4, last seen in the Wood Green area and believed to be in Enfield.
London is 5ft5, with a curly bob and brown highlights, last seen in black jacket, grey leggings, and black Crocs; Peniel is 5ft6, last seen in black leggings, a black jacket, and black trainers. [ more ]
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Sacramento Bee
1 month ago
California

Body found in estuary identified as woman killed by son-in-law, California cops say

Identification of body in estuary confirmed as missing person [ more ]
Sacramento Bee
2 months ago
California

Surveyor found remains near California canyon in 2000, officials say. Now they're ID'd

Advanced forensic genetic genealogy helped identify human remains of a 52-year-old woman.
Investigators utilized DNA testing and genealogical methods to determine the woman's identity. [ more ]
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www.independent.co.uk
1 month ago
Black Lives Matter

Urgent search for mother and four-year-old daughter missing since February

Appeal launched for missing mother and child from Luton
Police concerned for welfare of Joana and Aliannah [ more ]
www.standard.co.uk
2 months ago
London

Two 13-year-old girls from Sussex missing in Stockwell

Search launched for missing 13-year-old girls in Stockwell.
Descriptions of missing 13-year-old girls Ruby and Lacey. [ more ]
www.standard.co.uk
3 months ago
London

Police searching Thames have recovered over 320 bodies since 2012, data shows

The Marine Policing Unit found the remains of 45 people last year, the highest number in recent years.
The police are treating both deaths as unexpected and are conducting further investigations. [ more ]
NewsChain
4 months ago
UK news

Home Office loses track of nearly 6,000 asylum seekers

Nearly 6,000 asylum seekers in the UK, whose claims have been withdrawn, are missing.
The Home Office has admitted to losing track of these asylum seekers and is taking steps to locate them. [ more ]
Boston.com
4 months ago
Boston

Police seek help finding missing 14-year-old Boston girl

Emily Souza is a 14-year-old girl who has been reported missing in Boston.
She was last seen on January 11, 2024, and may be wearing a black jacket and gray sweatpants. [ more ]
BKReader
4 months ago
Brooklyn

Missing Boy, 15, Last Seen Leaving Brownsville Home: NYPD

15-year-old Jeremiah Vernet reported missing
Last seen leaving his home on Jan. 8 [ more ]
www.independent.co.uk
5 months ago
UK news

Urgent hunt for family sleeping rough' in freezing temperatures with toddler

A family believed to be sleeping rough in freezing temperatures with a toddler is being urgently searched for by the police.
The family was last seen in Queens Park, Brighton on December 6th. They were found to have abandoned a tent and travel cot, raising concerns about their shelter. [ more ]
WIRED
6 months ago
Digital life

Social Media Sleuths, Armed With AI, Are Identifying Dead Bodies

There are approximately 4,400 unidentified new cadavers per year in the US.
Only 10 states have laws requiring cases to be entered into the National Missing and Unidentified Persons System (NamUs).
Funding plays a significant role in solving unidentified cases through the use of advanced technology. [ more ]
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www.standard.co.uk
1 year ago
London

Low trust in Met means parents not reporting missing children, report warns

A lack of trust in the Metropolitan Police is discouraging some parents from telling the force that their children have gone missing, a new report warns.The issue of missing children in the capital was recently investigated by the London Assembly's police and crime committee.The cross-party group of City Hall politicians concluded as part of their inquiry that low trust and confidence in the police may make parents and carers reluctant to report children missing, and encourage them to search for their children themselves.
www.nytimes.com
1 year ago
US news

Bodies of 3 Men Are Found After They Disappeared in Detroit

The bodies of three Michigan men who disappeared on Jan. 21 after a canceled rap show in Detroit were found on Thursday at an abandoned apartment building in nearby Highland Park, Mich., the state police said on Friday.The men, Armani Kelly, Dante Wicker and Montoya Givens, were all supposed to attend a rap event at Lounge 31 in Detroit.
Los Angeles Times
1 year ago
Los Angeles

Three bodies recovered in remote San Bernardino County area linked to missing persons report

Three sets of human remains discovered in a remote area near Barstow last month are believed to be linked to a missing persons report filed in July, according to the San Bernardino County Sheriff's Department.Authorities identified one of the victims as Enrique Saltos Gallegos, a 38-year-old resident of Nuevo in Riverside County who was reported missing in July, according to a sheriff's department news release.
www.france24.com
1 year ago
Europe news

Live: Ukrainian businesses hit hard by Russian strikes but vow to carry on

Hour by hour Issued on: 25/11/2022 - 08:09 03:51 File photo of restaurant workers using lights from their mobile phones at work in Kyiv, Ukraine taken November 17, 2022.John Leicester, AP Power cuts due to massive Russian strikes on Kyiv this week have hit the Ukrainian economy hard, but business owners are not giving up even as a brutal winter sets in, said FRANCE 24's correspondent in the Ukrainian capital.
Los Angeles Times
1 year ago
Los Angeles

This dive team found Kiely Rodni's body. It's searching for more missing California women

An Oregon-based dive team that helped authorities locate missing teenager Kiely Rodni's body and vehicle earlier this month donned its wetsuits and helped authorities search for two other missing California women.
East Bay Times
2 years ago
San Francisco

Cruel World by the Bay: Classic '80s acts head our way

Music lovers just can't get enough of the '80s.
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#los-angeles
www.kvue.com
1 year ago
London

Family says missing rapper Theophilus London found safe

LOS ANGELES Rapper Theophilus London has been found safe after disappearing for months, a relative announced Wednesday night.We have found Theo.He is safe and well," the rapper's cousin, Mikhail Noel, posted on Instagram.At this time the family would love prayers and privacy.Thank you all!!!The post didn't provide details of where London had been found, where he had been or why he hadn't contacted his family, which filed a missing persons report with Los Angeles police last week and asked for the public's help in finding him.
www.theguardian.com
1 year ago
London

Missing rapper Theophilus London found safe, family announces

The rapper Theophilus London has been found safe after disappearing for months, his relatives announced on Wednesday night.We have found Theo.He is safe and well, the rapper's cousin, Mikhail Noel, posted on Instagram.At this time the family would love prayers and privacy.Thank you all!!! His father Larry London told NBC that he was found walking in west Los Angeles by friends who were looking for him and he will soon be headed back to New York.
Independent
1 year ago
London

Appeal made for public's help to find missing US rapper

The family of rapper Theophilus London have filed a missing persons report with Los Angeles police and are asking for the public's help, saying he has not been seen in months.ondon's family and friends believe someone last spoke to the musician in July in Los Angeles, according to the family's statement released by Secretly, a music label that has worked with London.
www.npr.org
1 year ago
Arts

Theophilus London's family files a missing persons report for the rapper

Singer Theophilus London attends The Shops at Target event at the IAC Building on May 1, 2012 in New York.London's family has filed a missing persons report with Los Angeles police and are asking for the public's help to find him.Evan Agostini/AP LOS ANGELES  The family of rapper Theophilus London filed a missing persons report with Los Angeles police this week and are asking for the public's help, saying he hasn't been seen in months.
www.dailynews.com
1 year ago
London

Family files missing persons report in LA for rapper Theophilus London

LOS ANGELES  The family of rapper Theophilus London filed a missing persons report with Los Angeles police this week and are asking for the public's help, saying he hasn't been seen in months.London's family and friends believe someone last spoke to the musician in July in Los Angeles, according to the family's statement released Wednesday from Secretly, a music label group that has worked with London.
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www.independent.co.uk
1 year ago
France news

Family of student who vanished while studying in France demand answers

The family of a 22-year-old college student who disappeared during a study abroad course in France are desperately seeking information.Ken DeLand Jr, 22, was last seen at a sporting goods store in Montelimar on 3 December.Store surveillance cameras caught him entering and making an $8.40 purchase before leaving again.
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