Lots of people go missing in the UK every day. Although most missing persons cases are children and young people, adults can also go missing. The reasons why somebody has gone missing vary. When someone goes missing it could be an indication that they are struggling with something in their life. This could be anything from being unhappy at home or school to experiencing mental health issues.
For many children and young people, the most common reason for them to go missing is that they are unhappy in their home environment. Maybe a child who is in care is being exposed to abuse which is causing them to be unhappy and potentially giving them thoughts of running away.
Sometimes adults go missing too and this can be for many reasons including being diagnosed with a mental health issue to experiencing difficult problems at home and with their relationship. Maybe someone has dementia and they have forgotten why they are where they are. Whatever the reason may be, it is important you are aware of these 6 key tips to help you find a missing person and if you need specific advice, speak to our expert private investigators.
If you are concerned about a loved one’s whereabouts then here are 6 key tips to help you find them:
- Tip 1: Look for The Suspects
Sadly, not everyone is your friend in this world. Some people may hold grudges against someone or have malicious intentions. If the missing person has a potential enemy or foe, it is important you tell a private investigator, if not the police. Occasionally the people who harmed the missing person in the past or even threatened them are always seen as the top suspects.
- Tip 2: Hypothesise
There is always a reason behind something. Therefore, expecting someone to suddenly disappear from the face of the earth without any reason is just nonsensical. If you’re thinking about going on a mission to find someone you should firstly brainstorm any possible reasons behind the persons disappearance. A few reasons why a person may go missing are:
- They could generally be lost somewhere
- They may be exposed to a domestic abduction
- Uninterested or irresponsible guardians could have abandoned them
- They may have undergone an accident
- They may be going through a significant life trauma and don’t feel like communicating with anyone
- They may just want to escape their responsibilities
- They may be trying to avoid a debtor
- They may be inflicted with a criminal conviction
There are endless reasons why someone may have disappeared or gone missing so it’s essential you are aware of the missing persons situation. Taking into consideration all the circumstances an individual had to go through before they disappeared is crucial because it can help you to narrow down the possibilities vastly.
- Tip 3: Online Research
Social media has made it much easier for us to understand someone. Many people express their likes and dislikes through sharing and uploading posts on their social media accounts. But did you know that there are several data banks and online resources, which allow you to carry out virtual investigations? The software can help you locate a person’s address. Online searches are also useful in distinguishing connections between leased phone numbers and employment details.
- Tip 4: Do Practical Research
Although online platforms and database searches hold exceptional value, the primary source of locating a missing person is through human interaction. It’s also essential to start your research by liaising with people who are remarkably familiar with the missing person. Maybe they know something that you don’t. it’s also helpful to be acquainted with the missing persons neighbours. Maybe they have seen something that may be useful to you.
- Tip 5: Identify the Missing Persons Habits
Humans are creatures of habit and there’s no denying it. An individual’s hobby will have a specific pattern. The best way to understand a person’s behavioural pattern is by asking and talking to individuals the missing person is close with. If possible, it could be essential to try and access the missing person’s diary and I don’t mean steal it and glance through all their secrets. I mean use it to help you find any clues as to where the whereabouts of the person is. Maybe they left some clues in their diary.
- Tip 6: Check the Missing Person’s Browser History
This last tip is only applicable to cases in which the person has deliberately gone missing. People that go missing intentionally typically change their identity making it much harder to locate their whereabouts. Sometimes you may be able to get your hands on something that could potentially give you an idea regarding the person’s identity or location.
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