Tuttle encourages parents to talk to their kids about the new cyber game and teach them just how serious “going missing” really is. The CMPD witnesses nearly 3,000 missing person cases each year, and many of those are teens.
“Tell them how serious what being missing is and how big a deal it really is because of the emotional and physical strain on families and then the resource strain on a police department such as ours,” says Tuttle.
The detective also reminded parents that regardless of whether or not they think their kid is partaking in the challenge, it is essential to contact authorities immediately, as there is always room for error—and it is better to be safe than sorry.
“We just want to encourage families that it is serious and to contact 911 as soon as they believe their loved one is missing,” he added.
Please talk to your kids about the 48-hour challenge today, and share this important message with the parents you know. One simple conversation could save a lifetime of heartache.
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