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One year later, California’s system to find missing Black people is working through its challenges
October 10, 2024
Advocates say the Ebony Alert is critical to help police investigate the disproportionate disappearances of Black youths. But given early challenges, critics say it needs work.
The Day Akia Disappeared
September 18, 2024
Josh Mankiewicz reports on the 2017 disappearance and murder of Akia Eggleston in Baltimore, Maryland.
Black and Missing Foundation shares ‘best practices’ guide for missing persons investigations
September 4, 2024
The Black and Missing Foundation, Inc. tells News 3 their “Law Enforcement Best Practices Guide for Missing Persons Investigations” can help agencies increase empathy and urgency.
BAMFI Releases New Guide to Enhance Law Enforcement Response to Missing Persons Cases
August 28, 2024
This new resource is designed to support law enforcement agencies nationwide and refine their investigative strategies in missing persons cases.
Dateline: Missing In America – Shy’Kemmia Pate
July 26, 2024
Shy’Kemmia Pate was last seen near her home in Unadilla, Georgia, on September 4, 1998. She was 8 years old.
The Black and Missing Foundation Partners with Traffic Sales and Profit to Launch New Initiatives Supporting Families of Missing People of Color
July 2, 2024
Partnership includes a new reward program and free child-ID kits to families nationwide.