Coordinating a Search Operation (Missing Person)

The first step is always calling the police emergency number (e.g. 112 or 911). The police lead the official search, this map only coordinates private support by family, friends and volunteers.

Give the write link only to the core coordination circle. For helpers, the read link with the essential info is enough.

Name, age: ...

Height, build: ...

Clothing last seen: ...

Distinctive features: glasses, walking aid, medication, ...

Current photo: insert here (with the family's approval)

When: DD.MM., at ...

Where: ...

Possible destinations/places: familiar routes, former homes, favorite places

Who: Team ...

Status: open / ongoing / searched at ...

Color searched areas green - so everyone sees the current status

Team A: names, mobile number, area

Team B: ...

Each team checks in with the coordinator at the start and at the end

Flashlights, safety vests, charged phones, water - who brings what?

Police / case number: ...

Coordinator: name, mobile number

Meeting point: ...

Note every incoming tip with the time and pass it on to the police immediately:

Text for social media and posters - coordinate with the police and the family before publishing. Use only approved photos and details.

Have appeals deleted again and remove posters - to protect the person once found