Why do people go missing?

Recently we ran a social media series exploring the reasons people went missing and what they were feeling and experiencing at the time. Anyone, regardless of gender, age, ethnicity or educational background may become a missing person. The reasons for going missing are many and varied and can include mental illness, miscommunication, misadventure, domestic violence, and being a victim of crime.

The unique reasons featured in the series offer some perspective into the different reasons people go missing, but also serve as a reminder that we never know what someone is going through and to consider how we could support someone at risk of going missing.

If you know someone who is struggling or at risk of going missing, find information about how you can support them here: www.missingpersons.gov.au/support

Search @AFPNMPCC on Facebook, Instagram and X (Twitter) to see the full series.