What information should be captured for a missing person report under 400-series codes?

• A. Name, age, description, last seen location, time, risk factors, and contact info.
• B. Only the last known location.
• C. Just the missing person's photo.
• D. The officer's opinion of their safety.

Answer: (A)

When handling a missing person report, you need to gather a complete set of identifying and situational details so investigators can locate and safeguard the person quickly. The essential information includes the name, age, physical description, last seen location, time last seen, any risk factors (such as vulnerability, health concerns, or dangerous circumstances), and contact information for the person reporting. This full information set helps with accurate identification, efficient search planning, and rapid communication with partners and families. The other options miss important elements: only the last known location doesn’t provide who, when, or the context needed to search effectively; a photo alone lacks location, time, and risk factors; and an officer’s opinion of safety is a subjective assessment, not data used to guide the search.