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Frankfurt Police Press On in Search for Missing 8-Year-Old Noah After Backpack Find

Police plan targeted deployments as new tips arrive following a scaled-back night operation.

Overview

  • Noah R., 8, was dropped near the Weißfrauenschule around 8 a.m. Wednesday but did not enter the building and has been missing since.
  • A backpack found Thursday near the school is believed by police to be his, yet there is still no confirmed sighting.
  • Authorities mounted a citywide effort with all local patrols, criminal police, support units, boats on the Main, a helicopter, and police dogs, involving a three‑digit number of officers.
  • Investigators are reviewing extensive CCTV from nearby shops and street cameras, with police noting the use of AI tools to analyze footage.
  • Police appeal for information via 069/755-51199 as officers continue to follow growing public tips and question potential witnesses.