Reports regarding online enticement where an offender uses the internet to solicit or coerce a child for sexual purposes increased 158% in 2025, going from 546,333 reports in 2024 to more than 1.4 million in 2025. https://report.cybertip.org/

Before you post that first day of school photo... Look beyond the smile. School names. House numbers. Location tags. See what to check before you post: https://ncmec.org/blog/2026/smile-snap-share-a-guide-to-safer-back-to-school-photos

MISSING Laiylah was last seen on July 26, 2026 in Hemet, California. If you have any information about Laiylah or her disappearance, please contact NCMEC at 1-800-THE-LOST (1-800-843-5678) or the Riverside County Sheriff's Office at (951) 776-1099.

NO ESCAPE ROOM puts you in the shoes of a teen facing sextortion. It's not just a film; it’s a tool to help protect your children. See for yourself: https://noescaperoom.org.

We're asking for your help to find 13-year-old I'Cherish, who is missing from Austin, Texas. She may be traveling to Round Rock in a maroon 2002 Toyota Camry with Texas license plate XND9293. Have info? Call NCMEC at 1-800-THE-LOST or the Austin Police Department at 1-512-974-5250.

Thousands of reports come to NCMEC every day. Behind each one could be a child who needs help. That's why our analysts work quickly to identify victims, uncover critical leads, and support law enforcement investigations. #EndTrafficking #WorldDayAgainstTraffickingInPersons

Seeing What Others Can’t: NCMEC’s Role in Stopping Child Sex Trafficking

When the National Center for Missing & Exploited Children receives a report to its CyberTipline,...

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Traffickers often exploit vulnerability, targeting children and teens who may lack strong support systems, face homelessness, or have experienced violence or abuse. If you suspect child sex trafficking, report it to NCMEC’s CyberTipline: CyberTipline.org #WorldDayAgainstTraffickingInPersons

WATCH Into the Cloud™: “Don’t Share That” to help kids: ✅ Spot harmful behavior ✅ Take action ✅ Report to the CyberTipline Help kids stay safe online. Watch the full episode here: ncmec.org/netsmartz

We are heartbroken for the family of Kristen "Kiki" Galvan and her community in Houston, Texas. After more than six years, Kristen's family has finally received the answers they long sought.

#AdamWalshRemebranceDay Twenty years ago today, the Adam Walsh Child Protection and Safety Act became law. Behind it was one little boy, and parents whose determination helped transform child protection in America. Read more: www.ncmec.org/blog/2026/ad...

MISSING CHILD ALERT: 15-year-old D'Tayviah was last seen on June 16, 2026, in Austin, Texas. She may still be in the area or may have traveled to Chicago, Illinois. Have info? Call NCMEC at 1-800-THE-LOST or the Austin Police Department at 1-512-974-2000.

MISSING: 17-year-old Briana was last seen on July 2, 2026, in Chesterfield, South Carolina. She may travel to the Union County, North Carolina, area. Have info? Call NCMEC at 1-800-THE-LOST or the Chesterfield Police Department at 1-843-623-2419.

Imagine if everyone on @bsky.app followed the National Center for Missing & Exploited Children... Follow NCMEC today because every child deserves a safe childhood.

Online exploitation is about more than getting a child to share one image. Predators may use fear, threats & manipulation to coerce children into creating more abuse or even harming themselves. Understanding these tactics is one step toward protecting children. www.theguardian.com/technology/2...

Experts warn of rise in sadistic online exploitation of vulnerable children

Global increase in cases of predators coercing children to harm themselves or produce child sexual abuse material

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MISSING: 15-year-old Annaleis was last seen on July 14, 2026, in Worcester, Massachusetts. Have info? Call NCMEC at 1-800-THE-LOST or the Worcester Police Department at 1-508-799-8600.

MISSING: 17-year-old Galileo was last seen on July 11, 2026, in Cypress, Texas. Have info? Call NCMEC at 1-800-THE-LOST or the Harris County Constable's Office at 1-281-376-3472.

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: http://cybertipline.org

MISSING CHILD ALERT 13-year-old Maydilee was last seen on July 13, 2026, in Talent, Oregon, and may be in the local area or Medford. Have info? Call NCMEC at 1-800-THE-LOST or the Talent Police Department at 541-535-1253.

40 years ago, on July 15, 1986, 7-month-old Christopher Abeyta disappeared from his crib in his family's home in Colorado Springs. Today, Christopher is 40 years old.

Four years ago, Trey Boswell disappeared. Today, his father has one message: "I love and miss you, and I can't wait to have you home." A new age progression could help generate the tip that reunites this family. Read more: www.ncmec.org/blog/2026/ne...

ARRESTED: A Slidell, Louisiana, man was arrested after a NCMEC CyberTip led investigators to alleged AI-generated child sexual abuse material. https://www.wdsu.com/article/slidell-man-ai-exploitation-probe/71888804

AI tip leads to Slidell man's arrest in child sexual abuse material case, investigators say

The Slidell man is facing three felony charges after investigators followed through on a cyber tip.

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Christopher Abeyta disappeared from his crib 40 years ago. He was just 7 months old when he vanished from his home in Colorado Springs. His family is still searching for answers. https://www.newsnationnow.com/missing/christopher-abeyta/

Christopher Abeyta disappeared from his crib 40 years ago

Christopher Abeyta was just 7 months old when he was taken from his crib.

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MISSING: 14-year-old Elena Rodriguez was last seen on June 29 in Pikesville, Maryland. She may remain in the area or travel out of state. Have info? Call NCMEC at 1-800-THE-LOST or Baltimore Police at 410-396-2466.

MISSING: 17-year-old Allison was last seen June 11 in Oak Grove, Missouri. She may be in Jackson or Lafayette counties, Missouri, or the Starkville, Mississippi, area. Have info? Call NCMEC at 1-800-THE-LOST or the Oak Grove Police Department at 1-816-795-1960.

For the first time, we're sharing a new age-progression of Darian Ray Nevayaktewa. Darian was 19 when he disappeared from Kykotsmovi Village, Arizona, in 2008. Eighteen years later, this image shows what he may look like today at 37. ktar.com/arizona-news...

Missing man gone since 2008; age-progression photo made - KTAR.com

Authorities shared a new age-progression image Thursday in hopes of generating leads in the disappearance of missing man Darian Nevayaktewa.

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Every day, reports of suspected online child sexual exploitation come into NCMEC’s CyberTipline. Our analysts review those reports, assess potential danger, and work to help identify children who may need protection. Learn more: www.ncmec.org/blog/2026/th...

WE NEED YOUR HELP 17-year-old Ariana Carter has been missing since June 9, 2026. She was last seen in Houston, Texas. Have info? Call NCMEC at 1-800-THE-LOST or the Houston Police Department at 713-884-3131. missingkids.org/poster/NCMC/2091290/1

Behind every report is a child who deserves protection. Child sexual abuse material is evidence of a child's abuse, and reporting it can help protect children and identify offenders. Learn more: ncmec.org/theissues/csam

Happy 4th of July from all of us at NCMEC! Before you head out to celebrate, take a minute to review our summer safety checklist and help keep the children in your life safe. https://ncmec.org/kidsmartz

Happy #4thofJuly! As we celebrate America's 250th, we hope you have a fun and safe holiday weekend! Before you head out to celebrate, check out our “Going Out Checklist” for simple safety tips. http://ncmec.org/kidsmartz