Multiple Agencies Search for Missing People

Police and sheriff's offices across multiple U.S. states and abroad are appealing for help finding several missing people, from children to seniors. Active U.S. cases include 10-year-old Julian Jackson‑Smith in Milwaukee (last seen Oct. 9), 14-year-old Zachary Wayne Wade Jr. in Henry County, and 16-year-old Joel Vargo‑Maximiano in Randolph County (last seen Oct. 7). Authorities are also searching for 82-year-old James Edmundson in Goldsboro, and 15-year-old Emma Lou Jones in Buncombe County, who briefly returned home Oct. 8 after a week-long disappearance and remains the subject of an active investigation. In Australia, police are seeking 68-year-old Bruce Large, last seen Oct. 9 in Heritage Park; Idaho Falls reported 9-year-old Adrian Huerta missing Oct. 8 but later confirmed he was safely located after community tips. Members of the public with information are urged to contact the relevant local agencies or dial emergency services if someone is in immediate danger.