The AWARE Foundation, Inc.

The AWARE Foundation, Inc. THE AWARE FOUNDATION, Inc. IS A NATIONAL 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. We will educate communities on the dangers of predatory violence.

The AWARE Foundation, Inc., will strive to create a culture in which we work tirelessly for the silent voices of the missing, endangered, and murdered. The founders, officers, and members of this organization will strive to create a culture whereby we work tirelessly for the silent voices of the missing, endangered, and murdered. We will take the LEAD in developing and maintaining respectful relationships with law enforcement in a manner in which they view us as a valuable resource. We will provide advocacy and direction for the families and communities burdened by these unspeakable tragedies. Our Resources:

If you or your family needs immediate assistance spreading the word about a missing loved one, we can help using social media, media, and law enforcement. AFTER YOU HAVE CONTACTED POLICE, contact The AWARE Foundation at [email protected]

We have a design team, and our posts and posters can reach hundreds of thousands of people quickly. If you require our help with social media and a missing poster, please furnish recent photos and specifics of height, weight, hair, and eye color, any identifying characteristics, tattoos, piercings), where the individual was last seen, and any information that may be of help in finding your missing loved one and that might be useful to create a missing poster.

🚨 MISSING JUVENILE – WICHITA, KANSAS 🚨The Wichita Police Department is asking the public for help locating 14-year-old C...
10/09/2026

🚨 MISSING JUVENILE – WICHITA, KANSAS 🚨

The Wichita Police Department is asking the public for help locating 14-year-old Celina Rose, who went missing from Wichita, Kansas, on October 7, 2026.

Celina reportedly left school around noon. Investigators believe she may have been with two other missing juveniles, Lilleanna Grimes and Gloria Kennedy. The juveniles may be traveling to Topeka, Kansas.

Investigators are also reviewing information about an individual Celina may be with. Reports indicate the individual may be armed and dangerous.

👕 Clothing and belongings:

Light gray/white sweater
Short black athletic shorts
Black Nike backpack

📍 Last known location: Wichita, Kansas

📞 If you have information regarding Celina’s whereabouts, please contact:

Wichita Police Department: (316) 263-6011

Kansas Bureau of Investigation: (785) 296-4017

Case Number: 26C193900

🙏 Please share this alert to help bring Celina and the other missing juveniles home safely. If you see them or have information, contact law enforcement immediately. Do not approach anyone who may be armed or dangerous.

🚨 MISSING PERSON — PLEASE SHARE 🚨The Palatine Police Department is asking for the public’s assistance in locating 24-yea...
10/09/2026

🚨 MISSING PERSON — PLEASE SHARE 🚨

The Palatine Police Department is asking for the public’s assistance in locating 24-year-old Alyssa M. Smith, who was reported missing on Wednesday, September 30, 2026. She has been missing since September 27.

According to her family, Alyssa traveled to Chicago, Illinois, with her boyfriend, but he returned alone on October 1. He has been assisting in the search for Alyssa, but her whereabouts remain unknown.

📍 Possible Sightings:

Grant Park in Chicago on Saturday, October 3
Near Cicero Avenue and Roosevelt Road

🔎 Identifying Features:
Alyssa has several piercings and numerous tattoos, including a “Pennywise” clown tattoo on her left shoulder.

👕 Last Seen Wearing:

Gray hoodie
Light khaki pants or sweatpants
White Adidas shoes

📞 HAVE INFORMATION?

If you have seen Alyssa or have information that could help locate her, please contact:

Palatine Police Department Detectives: 847-359-9000

You may also contact your local police department. If you have an emergency, call 911.

🙏 PLEASE SHARE to help spread awareness and bring Alyssa home safely. Even one share could reach someone with information that may help investigators.

🚨 MISSING JUVENILE — PLEASE SHARE 🚨The Hernando County Sheriff's Office is seeking the public’s assistance in locating 1...
10/09/2026

🚨 MISSING JUVENILE — PLEASE SHARE 🚨

The Hernando County Sheriff's Office is seeking the public’s assistance in locating 14-year-old Lucas Maresca.

📍 Last Seen: Blythville Road, Spring Hill, Florida
📅 Date: October 8, 2026
🕗 Time: Shortly after 8 p.m.

Lucas was last seen by family members at his home and left on foot.

💙 Important Information: Lucas is nonverbal and has autism.

👕 Clothing Description:

Gray and white shirt
Neon orange shorts
Black shoes with neon green laces

📞 If you have seen Lucas or know his current whereabouts, please contact the Hernando County Sheriff’s Office at 352-754-6830.

🙏 Please share this post to help bring Lucas home safely. Every share can help spread the word and reach someone who may have information.

🚨 MISSING JUVENILE — PLEASE SHARE 🚨The Waxhaw Police Department is asking for the public’s assistance in locating 16-yea...
10/09/2026

🚨 MISSING JUVENILE — PLEASE SHARE 🚨

The Waxhaw Police Department is asking for the public’s assistance in locating 16-year-old Trayven Grier, who was last seen on Monday, October 5, 2026, at approximately 3:00 p.m.

📍 Last Seen: 400 block of Anne Avenue, Waxhaw, North Carolina

👕 Clothing Description:

Black jacket
Gray shirt
Black pants
Black combat boots

📞 HAVE INFORMATION?

If you see Trayven or have information regarding his whereabouts, please contact:

Detective Corey Howard
📧 Email: [email protected]
☎️ Phone: 704-843-0353, ext. 263

🙏 Please share this post to help bring Trayven home safely. Even one share could help get this information to someone who knows something.

Please direct any tips to law enforcement.

Found Nonverbal Child The Baltimore Police Department is requesting the public's assistance in identifying the parents o...
10/09/2026

Found Nonverbal Child
The Baltimore Police Department is requesting the public's assistance in identifying the parents or guardians of a child located in the 1500 block of East Lafayette Street.
The child was found at approximately 5:00 p.m. and is nonverbal.
Anyone with information regarding the identity or whereabouts of the child's parents or guardians is asked to contact the Eastern District at 410-396-2433 or to call 911

UPDATE: The parents have been located.

The Baltimore Police Department is requesting the public's assistance in identifying the parents or guardians of a child located in the 1500 block of East Lafayette Street.

The child was found at approximately 5:00 p.m. and is nonverbal.

Anyone with information regarding the identity or whereabouts of the child's parents or guardians is asked to contact the Eastern District at 410-396-2433 or to call 911.

🚨 MISSING JUVENILE – PLEASE SHARE 🚨The Rockingham County Sheriff's Office is asking for the public’s assistance in locat...
10/09/2026

🚨 MISSING JUVENILE – PLEASE SHARE 🚨

The Rockingham County Sheriff's Office is asking for the public’s assistance in locating 15-year-old Paul Michael Goad.

📍 Last Known Location: 149 Troxler Ct., Reidsville, North Carolina
📅 Last Seen: Around midnight on October 8, 2026
👕 Clothing: Blue jeans and a gray T-shirt
🚲 Additional Information: Paul was riding his e-bike when he was last seen.

The Rockingham County Sheriff’s Office received a report of Paul’s disappearance on October 8, 2026, at approximately 11:41 a.m.

🙏 If you have any information regarding Paul’s whereabouts or have seen him, please contact authorities immediately.

📞 Rockingham County Sheriff’s Office: 336-634-3232
🚨 If you see Paul, call 911 immediately.

Please share this post to help spread the word and bring Paul home safely. Every share could make a difference!

UPDATE: The mother has been located and taken into custody.
10/09/2026

UPDATE: The mother has been located and taken into custody.

HAMILTON COUNTY, Tenn. — A report of a suspicious vehicle on Signal Mountain led deputies to the discovery of a missing ...
10/08/2026

HAMILTON COUNTY, Tenn. — A report of a suspicious vehicle on Signal Mountain led deputies to the discovery of a missing person from Virginia who was found dead near a waterfall.

A report of a suspicious vehicle on Signal Mountain led deputies to the discovery of a missing person from Virginia who was found dead near a waterfall.On Tuesd

UPDATE: The mother has been located and taken into custody.
10/08/2026

UPDATE: The mother has been located and taken into custody.

⚠️PLEASE SHARE⚠️

UPDATE: MISSING 3-YEAR-OLD – JOSHUA OVALLES

The Beaverton Police Department continues to seek the public’s assistance in locating 3-year-old Joshua E. Ovalles.

We are sharing an updated photograph of Joshua’s mother, Mari Martinez, taken on October 5, 2026 at a local DMV where she obtained a Real ID.

Investigators say Mari took Joshua after a Washington County Judge granted temporary custody to Joshua’s father on the grounds Joshua was in “Immediate Danger” when he was in Mari’s unsupervised custody.

We ask anyone who has information regarding Joshua’s whereabouts or who may have recently seen Joshua or Mari to contact the Beaverton Police Department by calling 911.

Please share this post to help us locate Joshua.

****STILL MISSING****
10/08/2026

****STILL MISSING****

***MISSING*** NEWPORT NEWS, VA
The Virginia State Police issued a Critically Missing Adult Alert on behalf of the Newport News Police Department for a missing 50-year-old female. Sherree Denise Brown was last seen on October 17, 2023, at 9:00 a.m. on Daphia Circle, in Newport News, VA. She was possibly wearing a pink blouse and gray joggers. Ms. Brown has a medical condition that poses a credible threat to her health and safety. If you see Ms. Brown or know her whereabouts, please call 911 or Newport News Emergency Communications at 757–247–2500.

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