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More than 3,100 People Have Been Reported Missing to Detroit Police So Far This Year

December 19, 2024, 10:19 AM

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The numbers are crazy.

The Detroit Free Press reports a surge of missing persons reports this year to the Detroit Police. So far, there have been more than 3,100 reports, an 18 percent increase over 2023, as of Dec. 13, with  the increase tied to a rise in "runaways who voluntarily leave home."

The Freep goes on to report:

 Many have involved people who are vulnerable: elderly residents with dementia, people living with mental health issues and teenagers who left their homes without permission. People have been recovered in more than 2,900 of this year's reported missing cases, police said. But for children and teens, even a short time away could expose them to dangers.


Read more:  Detroit Free Press


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