An Overview of Missing Persons in the United States
The phenomenon of missing persons in the United States presents a complex and multifaceted challenge. According to the National Crime Information Center (NCIC), over 600,000 individuals are reported missing annually. While a significant majority are located swiftly, a substantial number remain unaccounted for, leaving families and communities in distress. As of the end of 2023, there were 97,127 active missing person records in the NCIC database.
Demographic Disparities in Missing Persons Cases
An analysis of the demographics reveals notable disparities. In 2023, 57% of missing persons were classified as White (including Hispanic), while 40% were from minority groups. This is particularly concerning given that African Americans constitute approximately 13% of the U.S. population but represent a disproportionately high percentage of missing persons.
State-by-State Variations in Missing Persons Reports...Read More
ER
on A Tragic Loss: The Unsolved Murder of Curtis Roberson in Fort Worth
This is my father and I am his only child, over 30 years later his death still saddens our family. Thank you for your efforts and thank you for posting this.
November 7, 2025, 16:17
JG
on The Unresolved Disappearance of Emily Schuster: A Community's Quest for Answers
She has been found. https://coms.doc.state.mn.us/publicviewer/OffenderDetails/Index/254597/Search
October 29, 2025, 00:04
RW
on The Enigmatic Disappearance of Shannon Tanalski: A Journey Through Troubled Waters
There is “no record found” at California Department of Justice's Missing Person Search database!
September 7, 2025, 20:31
RW
on The Enigmatic Disappearance of Shannon Tanalski: A Journey Through Troubled Waters
She made mention in a last call to a friend before she went missing that if anything happened to her that two guys were responsible. Trying to get names….
September 7, 2025, 20:19