He thought he was talking to a girl his age. He wasn’t... NO ESCAPE ROOM shows how fast things can spiral when you trust the wrong person online. Watch the story unfold: https://noescaperoom.org/

While you’re looking for #BlackFriday deals, don’t forget about #GivingTuesday! The most impactful step you can take today: make a contribution to NCMEC and help sustain our vital programs that protect children: https://give.missingkids.org/campaign/749572/donate?c_src=social

While you’re looking for #BlackFriday deals, don’t forget about #GivingTuesday! The most impactful step you can take today: make a contribution to NCMEC and help sustain our vital programs that protect children: https://give.missingkids.org/campaign/749572/donate?c_src=social

CyberTip Leads to North Carolina Arrest Cornelius Police arrested Aaron Alvin Schaller, 28, on 10 counts of sexual exploitation of a minor after a report to NCMEC. He’s being held on a $500,000 bond. https://www.corneliustoday.com/cornelius-man-arrested-in-child-exploitation-investigation/

Today, we give thanks to our incredible supporters. Your generosity brings hope and safety to children in need: https://give.missingkids.org/campaign/749572/donate?c_src=social. We’re so grateful to have you as part of the NCMEC family.

More gaming time this holiday? Jump in, stay aware, and talk about chat, location features, and players. Keep kids safe: ncmec.org/netsmartz/topics/gaming

Happy Thanksgiving from your friends at NCMEC! Together, we’re creating safer communities and brighter futures for kids, and we’re thankful for your support.

This Thanksgiving, as kids spend more time online, it’s a great time to have online conversations. Our interactive tool, NO ESCAPE ROOM, sheds light on the dangers of financial sextortion and empowers kids to make safer choices online: https://noescaperoom.org/

Survivors trafficked on Backpage or CityXGuide may be eligible for financial compensation. Get free help at BackpageRemissionNetwork.org. #SupportSurvivors

Hope for the Holidays Reunited after years apart, the Rex family is celebrating together again. Read their story and learn how you can help bring missing children home: https://www.ncmec.org/blog/2025/hope-for-the-holidays-because-every-family-deserves-to-be-together.

“Riley, I love you, and I just want you to come home safely. I will always be here for you,” — Riley’s mother, Amber. 16-year-old Riley Monk disappeared from his home in Henderson, Nevada, on Nov. 15, 2025. Authorities believe he may still be in Nevada or may have traveled out of state.

As families gather for Thanksgiving adventures, take a moment to plan for safety. Check out our Going-Out Checklist: ncmec.org/kidsmartz

#AMBERAlert canceled — missing child FOUND SAFE! The 2-month-old from the Georgia alert was safely recovered in Nashville after Metro Police located the vehicle in a Kroger parking lot off Nolensville Pike. The suspect was taken into custody. www.newschannel5.com/news/2-month...

A NCMEC CyberTip led investigators from the Greenville County Sheriff’s Office in Greenville, SC, to Deangelo Rashawn Martin, 21, now charged with two felony counts of producing child sexual abuse material. https://www.wyff4.com/article/man-arrested-child-sexual-exploitation-greenville-sc/69513477

Investigation Began With CyberTip A Yelm couple is charged with attempted kidnapping, attempted child molestation, and CSAM possession after a NCMEC CyberTip led investigators to hundreds of illegal uploads. Both remain jailed on $2.5M bail each. www.fox13seattle.com/news/wa-coup...

One Year Later, the Search Continues for Elijah White Lightning Elijah was 15 when he went missing from Bismarck, ND, on Nov. 21, 2024, and may still be in the area. https://www.valleynewslive.com/2025/11/21/search-bismarck-teen-elijah-white-lightning-enters-second-year/

A CyberTip from NCMEC helped Dallas PD’s ICAC Unit arrest Skyler Douglas Laza, 33, a Houston County Sheriff’s deputy, after dozens of CSAM videos were traced to his home. His brother also faces charges. messenger-news.com/2025/11/23/h...

A tip from NCMEC to New Haven Police led to the arrest of 42-year-old Jamira Denise Myers for trafficking a teen girl and attempting to traffic other minors, federal prosecutors say. https://www.nhregister.com/news/article/jamira-denise-myers-hamden-sex-trafficking-minors-21197341.php

WE NEED YOUR HELP It’s been nearly four months since 17-year-old Sirrena Jackson went missing after leaving her Chicago home for an evening walk on July 30, 2025. She hasn’t been heard from since and may have traveled out of state. https://www.fox32chicago.com/news/sirrena-jackson-missing-chicago

DEADLINE COMING UP — FEB. 2, 2026 If Backpage or CityXGuide was part of your exploitation, you may qualify for financial compensation. Free, trusted legal help is available at backpageremissionnetwork.org. You don’t have to do this alone. #SupportSurvivors #StandWithSurvivors

Today marks one year since 16-year-old Elijah White Lightning went #missing. Elijah was only 15 when he disappeared from Bismarck, North Dakota, on Nov. 21, 2024. Authorities believe he may still be in the local area or surrounding communities. missingkids.org/poster/NCMC/2037381/1

A CyberTipline report from NCMEC led Bend Police to arrest 22-year-old Kyler Ashton Kramer. Detectives say he accessed and disseminated child sexual abuse material online. https://elkhornmediagroup.com/bend-man-arrested-on-suspicion-of-possession-of-child-sex-abuse-materials/

MISSING: Emily Adusei, 17, was last seen on Nov. 14, 2025, in Worcester, Massachusetts. Have info? Call NCMEC at 1-00-THE-LOST or Worcester PD at 1-508-799-8600. https://www.missingkids.org/poster/NCMC/2068683/1

WE NEED YOUR HELP It has been nearly three weeks since 17-year-old Emily Miller disappeared from Wichita, Kansas, on Nov. 1, 2025. Authorities believe she may be in the company of an adult male and that they may be traveling out of state. kclyradio.com/blog/the-nat...

Riverside County deputies arrested 61-year-old Delory Sinclair after he allegedly attempted to kidnap two girls, ages 12 and 14, in the Temescal Valley area. Deputies say both victims escaped and were uninjured. https://www.cbsnews.com/losangeles/news/corona-arrest-two-attempted-kidnappings/

CyberTipline Reports Lead to Arrest Clay County deputies arrested Shawn Owen Cirignano, 64, after nine NCMEC CyberTipline reports flagged more than 2,000 CSAM images tied to his accounts. He now faces ten felony charges following an ICAC investigation. www.firstcoastnews.com/article/news...

More than 90% of missing child cases reported to NCMEC last year were kids who ran away. They’re not “just runaways.” They’re missing and often in danger. Learn more: ncmec.org/blog/2025/theyre-missing-too-why-runaway-children-need-our-help #YouthHopeMonth

TO SURVIVORS TRAFFICKED ON BACKPAGE & CITYXGUIDE: YOU ARE NOT ALONE If Backpage or CityXGuide was part of your exploitation, you may be eligible for compensation. Apply by Feb. 2, 2026, with free legal support: backpageremissionnetwork.org

44 girls in Iowa have spoken out after generative AI was used to generate sexual deepfakes of them. They’re calling for change, and they’re not alone. Learn more: ncmec.org/blog/2025/the-deepfake-dilemma-new-challenges-protecting-students-confidentiality

MISSING: 16-year-old Zaniya Carlton was last seen on Oct. 13, 2025, in Palmetto, Florida. Have info? Call NCMEC at 1-800-THE-LOST or Manatee County Sheriff's Office at 1-941-747-3011.

MISSING CHILD ALERT 13-year-old Wynter Wagoner was last seen on Oct. 14, 2025, in Orlando, Kentucky, and may still be in the area or traveling out of state. Have info? Call NCMEC at 1-800-THE-LOST or the Rockcastle County Sheriff’s Office at 1-606-256-2032.

“Sirrena, I believe in you. You are loved and everybody is waiting for you at home," — Emili, Sirrena’s mother. It has now been nearly four months since 17-year-old Sirrena Jackson disappeared, and we need your help to bring her home.

25 years. Thousands of alerts. Countless children found. Thank you, LexisNexis Risk Solutions, for your unwavering commitment to the ADAM Program and to helping bring missing children home. Sign up to receive missing child alerts in your community: adamprogram.com

YOU DESERVE SUPPORT — FREE HELP AVAILABLE Survivors who were trafficked on Backpage/CityXGuide may qualify for financial compensation. Deadline: Feb. 2, 2026. Get step-by-step support HERE: backpageremissionnetwork.org #SupportSurvivors

OPERATION HOME FOR THE HOLIDAYS 122 children. 122 rescued. 122 kids out of harm’s way. NCMEC was proud to support the U.S. Marshals and partners across Florida in this critical effort to bring vulnerable children to safety. www.kget.com/video/operat...

Thank you to the Women's Bar Association for sponsoring a legal clinic for #traffickingsurvivors seeking compensation through the Backpage Remission Program. We are grateful to @ncmec.org for training our volunteer attorneys. And thank you to Baker Mckenzie for hosting!

#MISSING: 16-year-old Danica Willett was last seen on Oct. 27, 2025, in Antelope, California. She may have traveled to the San Francisco area. Have info? Call NCMEC at 1-800-THE-LOST or the Sacramento County Sheriff’s Office at 1-916-874-5115.

K9 ELLIOT LEADS SAFE RECOVERY Craven County Sheriff’s K9 Elliot found a missing autistic teen who’d walked away from their home. After an hour in the elements, they were located in the woods, checked by medics, and are doing okay. www.witn.com/2025/11/12/c...

SURVIVORS TRAFFICKED ON BACKPAGE & CITYXGUIDE: SUPPORT IS HERE You may be eligible for compensation if Backpage or CityXGuide was part of your exploitation. Apply by Feb. 2, 2026, with free legal support: backpageremissionnetwork.org #SupportSurvivors

“Harlow, we love and miss you so much. Please come home, we will get through this together, and no one is mad at you,” Adam, Harlow’s father. It has been over one month since 14-year-old Harlow Snogles went missing. She was last seen at her home in Rome, New York, on Oct. 12, 2025.

A CyberTip to NCMEC alerted investigators to a Kik user sharing child sexual abuse material. Deputies traced the activity to Thomas Storment, 21, of Versailles, MO, who allegedly used several online platforms to access and trade CSAM. krcgtv.com/news/local/v...

MISSING FROM BATON ROUGE: 16-year-old Haylie Bell was last seen on Oct. 15 and has not been seen for nearly a month. Have info? Call 1-800-THE-LOST or 1-225-389-2000. www.wafb.com/2025/11/12/m...

Protecting children from the harms of GAI sexual exploitation requires education and guidance from the public. GAI can have serious legal consequences and cause severe harm to victims, including harassment, bullying and psychological and emotional harm. ncmec.org/theissues/ge...

Child sex trafficking can have devastating immediate and long-term consequences, including health impacts, psychological and physical trauma and even death. Report Child Sex Trafficking to the CyberTipline.org

NetSmartz is NCMEC's online safety education program! It's a free resource for families, educators and communities to protect kids. Check it out: www.missingkids.org/netsmartz/re...

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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: cybertipline.org.

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. More here: ncmec.org/theissues/trafficking #EndHumanTrafficking #YouthHopeMonth

HAVE YOU SEEN ME? 14 year-old Kennedy was last seen on March 4, 2025 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Anyone with information on the whereabouts of Kennedy is urged to call NCMEC at 1-800-THE-LOST or Philadelphia PD at 1-215-418-0265. www.missingkids.org/poster/NCMC/...

We need your help finding 18-year-old Shian Antionette Robertson. Shian was 17 when she went missing from View Park, CA, on Oct. 10, 2024. She has brown eyes & black hair, which she sometimes dyes or wears under a wig. She may be in the greater Los Angeles area. www.missingkids.org/poster/NCMC/...