It's a sad fact that thousands of children go missing every single day. There are 5 kids in Illinois that have just disappeared since the start of February which are only a tiny fraction of the total number of kids whose whereabouts are unknown, but information you might have could save them.

According to the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children, here are the 5 most recent kids in Illinois who have been reported missing just since February 1. If you have any information or detail that might help authorities find them, call 1-800-843-5678.

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Every day that these Illinois kids are missing increases the danger that they will become involved in human trafficking. Statistics show that Illinois is consistently in the top 10 for states involved in this terrible crime. That's why it's vital that you say something if you see something. You can contact the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children or contact your local Illinois law enforcement agency. Dialing 911 is an option if you believe the situation is an emergency. If you have children and know where they are, you have a luxury that these Illinois families don't. No parent should ever have to face a future where their kid's whereabouts is a mystery.

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