Overview

• Fabian Lange, 8, disappeared Friday after leaving home in Güstrow with permission and failing to return at the agreed time.
• Tracking dogs followed a trail to Güstrow’s bus station, then picked up a weaker scent at a bus stop near Zehna where his father lives before losing it in nearby woods.
• Police launched a public appeal with a photo and are searching Saturday morning with a rescue-dog unit and a drone focused on that area.
• Investigators say they currently see no indications of a crime, with a helicopter possible if the child is not found.
• The child is described as about 144 cm tall, stocky, with short blond hair and blue eyes, and tips are requested via 03843 2660 or any police station.