A Year of Stories: Together, We Made a Difference
As we wrap up another year, we want to thank you for reading along and being part of our work throughout 2025. Every story you read, shared and engaged with helped keep the focus where it belongs: ensuring every child has a safe childhood.
This year, millions of people turned to NCMEC stories to learn, share and stay informed. Your continued engagement helps raise awareness and keep child safety at the center of the conversation.
In case you missed it, here are four of our top blogs from 2025:
Stolen at 17 Days: Can New Image Find Kevin Verville?
More than four decades after Kevin Verville was abducted from California as an infant, investigators are hoping a new forensic image can finally lead to answers.
Could you be the key in finding Kevin? Read more here.
The Little Girl in the Barrel: A Bear Brook Mystery Solved
For years, the identity of a young girl found deceased in Bear Brook State Park was a mystery. Then, in 2025, forensic genealogy became the key in giving her back her name.
Learn how Rea Rasmussen was identified by reading more here.
Spike in online crimes against children a “wake-up call”
As the online landscape continues to evolve, NCMEC has seen a sharp rise in new and evolving crimes targeting children on the internet, including online enticement, the use of artificial intelligence and child sex trafficking.
Read more about what NCMEC saw in the first six months of 2025 here.
From Mystery to Miracle: Missing Sisters Found Safe After 36 Years
A 36-year-old mystery was solved this year when two sisters, Elizabeth and Jasmin Ramos, were found safe after going missing as infants over three decades ago.
Want more details on their recovery? Read more here.
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As we celebrate the close of 2025, NCMEC wishes you a safe and joyful holiday season. As we look ahead to the new year, we remain dedicated to sharing the stories that matter and the work being done every day to help bring children home and protect them.
This work is only possible because of the generosity of people like you. If you are able, please consider making a donation to support NCMEC’s mission and ensure we can continue providing critical resources to families, law enforcement and communities across the country.
Thank you for standing with us.
To read more NCMEC blogs, visit our website here: https://www.missingkids.org/blog.