Missing Children Unit
Missing Children Unit Responsibilities
The Missing Children Unit (MCU) is responsible for investigating cases where:
- Missing and runaway children under 18
- Kidnappings or attempted kidnappings of children under 18
- Parental abduction cases
The Montgomery County Police Missing Children Unit is comprised of a sergeant and four investigators. Its members are experienced in handling missing investigations and are dedicated to the department’s mission of locating missing children.
Members of the community can report missing children to MCPD by calling 911 or non-emergency at 301-279-8000 for an officer to respond and initiate a report. Community members can also visit any of the MCPD district stations. Per departmental policy, all initial reports of missing children/persons are handled by MCPD uniformed patrol. There is no time limit on reporting a missing child. The television rule of waiting 24 hours does not apply. MCPD encourages community members to call and ask for assistance if needed. MCPD is here to help.
Members of the unit encourage community members to follow MCPD on social media to assist and share information on missing children.
The Missing Children Unit is located at: (
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7300 Calhoun Place
Suite 300
Rockville, MD 20855
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