Reports of Missing Kids in Ohio Trending Downward

Reports of missing persons and missing children down in 2025

COLUMBUS, Ohio - A new report from Ohio Attorney General Dave Yost says missing persons cases are declining and the recovery rate for missing children is 97.8%.

Reports of missing kids in Ohio trending downward

Yost released the "2025 Ohio Missing Children Clearinghouse Report" on Monday, ahead of National Missing Children's Day, which occurs annually on May 25.

98 percent of Ohio’s missing children were recovered safely in 2025

COLUMBUS — Ohio Attorney General Dave Yost today issued the 2025 Ohio Missing Children Clearinghouse Report in recognition of National Missing Children’s Day, which occurs annually on May 25. “My heart weighs heavy with every child who goes missing,” Yost said. “I am grateful to Ohio law enforcement for their diligent work to bring these […]

Ohio Missing Children Clearinghouse Report shows drop in missing people cases

The report noted that 97.8% of the reported missing children, 15,024, were recovered safely.

AG Dave Yost Issues Annual Missing Children Report; Over 97% of Ohio Children Recovered Safely

COLUMBUS, OH — In recognition of National Missing Children’s Day, Ohio Attorney General Dave Yost has officially released the 2025 Ohio Missing Children Clearinghouse Report. The annual report tracks data surrounding missing youth statewide, highlighting the vital cooperation between local law enfor