Overview

• Lyam Herelle, 12, disappeared on April 17 in the Poitiers/Buxerolles area, prompting an investigation into his whereabouts.
• Authorities initially classified the case as a 'disappearance inquiétante' before requalifying it as a kidnapping and sequestration inquiry on April 18.
• On April 19, Lyam was safely recovered at the residence of a family acquaintance, according to the Poitiers prosecutor's office.
• Judicial investigations are ongoing to determine the reasons behind his departure and where he stayed during his absence.
• The case is set against a backdrop of family tensions and a history of past runaways, adding complexity to the inquiry.