What should you do if someone goes missing?
The first thing to do is call local law enforcement and report the case. Utah officials say there is no required waiting period to report a missing person. In an emergency, call 911.
When working with local law enforcement, it is recommended one shares as much information as possible about the missing person, including but not limited to:
- Full name or nicknames.
- Recent photos.
- Date of birth and age at the time they disappeared.
- Gender/sex.
- Detailed physical description (including unique scars or tattoos).
- Date of disappearance.
- Medical conditions.
- Last known location.
- Social media accounts.
Utah officials also suggest taking notes on interactions with law enforcement to keep track of details such as officer names, dates and times of interactions, the case number and what the officers say.