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Iowa Missing Person Information Clearinghouse

Since 1985, Iowa's Missing Person Information Clearinghouse has brought hope to families by connecting communities and law enforcement in the search for missing loved ones. 

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    Law Enforcement Resources

    Submit activation forms, request case support, and access alert program guidelines for active investigations.

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    Family Resources

    Find support resources, submit a tip or photo, and get guidance on next steps after reporting a loved one.

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    Community Resources

    Child ID kits, classroom resources, and safety tips, including education for vulnerable populations.

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    Unidentified Persons

    View locations associated with unidentified body cases and read success stories.

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Search Iowa's missing person records

Browse active missing person cases from across Iowa, including photos and identifying details. If you have information, contact local law enforcement or submit a tip.

Current missing persons

Quick ways to get informed

Whether you have information to share or want to stay informed about alerts in your area, here's where to start.

Report a tip

Have information about a missing person or unidentified individual? Submit a tip to law enforcement.

Submit a photo

Help keep a missing person record current by submitting a recent photo for review.

Learn more about Iowa Missing Person alerts

Understand how AMBER, Blue, and Endangered Person Advisories work and when they're issued.

Need to report a missing person?

Iowa DPS doesn't take missing person reports directly — your local law enforcement agency does. Learn what to expect, when to call, and why there's no required waiting period.

How to Report a Missing Person