Güstrow: Police Seek Public’s Help in Locating Missing Eight-Year-Old Boy
Güstrow, Germany – October 11, 2025 – Police in Güstrow are actively searching for an eight-year-old boy who left his home with permission on Friday afternoon and failed to return at the agreed-upon time. Authorities were notified by the child’s mother at approximately 8:30 p.m. on Friday evening after a localized search by the family proved unsuccessful.
The disappearance has prompted a public appeal for assistance, as the boy’s whereabouts remain unknown. While investigators currently have no evidence to suggest foul play, the situation is considered serious given the child’s age and the time elapsed since he was last seen. The search focuses on ensuring his safe return, and the public’s vigilance is crucial to broadening the scope of the examination.
The missing boy is described as approximately 1.44 meters (4 feet, 8 inches) tall with a slightly chubby build, short blonde hair, and blue eyes. He may be wearing sweatpants, a sweater, and sneakers. Police have released a photograph of the child on their website, https://www.polizei.mvnet.de/Presse/Fahndungen/Fahndungen-nach-Personen/?id=214939&processor=processor.sa.pressemitteilung, and are urging anyone with details regarding his location to come forward.
