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Police search for missing Colorado Springs teen believed to be traveling to Utah
COLORADO SPRINGS, Colorado () — A 13-year-old child missing from Colorado Springs is thought to be traveling to Utah.
Colorado Springs Police Department are searching for Bentley Christensen, 13, who was last seen on at around 10 p.m. on Monday August 18. Bentley's last known location was the 1100 block of Bonfoy Avenue in Colorado Springs, which is near North Union Boulevard and Uinta Street.
Police described Bentley as 5'3″ with a medium build, weighing about 130 pounds. Bentley has dirty blonde hair, which is often worn in a ponytail.
Bentley may be trying to get to Utah, police said.
If you know anything about Bentley's whereabouts, please contact the Colorado Springs Police Department at 719-444-7000.
What should you do if someone goes missing?
The first thing to do is call local law enforcement and report the case. Utah officials say there is no required waiting period to report a missing person. In an emergency, call 911.
When working with local law enforcement, it is recommended one shares as much information as possible about the missing person, including but not limited to:
Full name or nicknames.
Recent photos.
Date of birth and age at the time they disappeared.
Gender/sex.
Detailed physical description (including unique scars or tattoos).
Date of disappearance.
Medical conditions.
Last known location.
Social media accounts.
Utah officials also suggest taking notes on interactions with law enforcement to keep track of details such as officer names, dates and times of interactions, the case number and what the officers say.
Resources for Missing Persons
The Utah Department of Public Safety has a page on its website with , and you can on the website as well.
The also has resources for what to do .
Here is a list of hotlines and resources from a 2021 guidebook by the :
: 800-799-7233
: 888-373-7888
: 833-872-5176
: 800-786-2929
: 800-273-8255
: 844-762-8483
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