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Becky Castillo
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NamUs ~ Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Started this discussion. Last reply by Christy Hotchkiss Jan 23, 2011. 14 Replies 0 Promotions
NamUs ~ National Missing and Unidentified Persons System Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)1. Who can create a missing persons case in NamUs? Anyone can enter a case (after becoming a registered…Continue
"What Every Family Must Know" A Warning, and a Guide, for the Families of Missing Persons
Started this discussion. Last reply by Patty Beeken Mar 10, 2012. 18 Replies 9 Promotions
David Van Norman has revised his article to include NamUs. I decided to post the revised version because there seems to be a renewed interest in the article. "What Every Family Must Know"A Warning,…Continue
Missing and Unidentified! What happens next? Why we need Billy’s Law...
Started this discussion. Last reply by Sara Huizenga Nov 28, 2010. 11 Replies 0 Promotions
On Saturday I saw this newsbroadcast on the Internet: Human skull found, deputies search crime scene Posted: Jun 19, 2010 2:40 PM PDT - KSWO TV in Lawton/Wichita Falls Oklahoma (…Continue
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Sara Huizenga promoted Becky Castillo's discussion "What Every Family Must Know" A Warning, and a Guide, for the Families of Missing Persons
Tracey Reitterer promoted Becky Castillo's discussion "What Every Family Must Know" A Warning, and a Guide, for the Families of Missing Persons
Becky Castillo's discussion was featured"What Every Family Must Know" A Warning, and a Guide, for the Families of Missing Persons
David Van Norman has revised his article to include NamUs. I decided to post the revised version because there seems to be a renewed interest in the article. "What Every Family Must Know"A Warning, and a Guide, for the Families of Missing PersonsBy Deputy Coroner Investigator David Van Norman, Unidentified-Missing Persons CoordinatorSan Bernardino County Sheriff Department - Coroner DivisionMarch 10, 2008Revised October 2010 WHAT EVERY FAMILY MUST KNOW:When a loved one is reported missing…See More
Sara Huizenga left a comment for Becky Castillo"Becks ... xoxox. Thanks for being a part of Peace4 the Missing ... Great way to connect - Peace4 Partners Match-up - sign up VIA Member Mix tab on top of page ...:)"
Becky Castillo's discussion was featuredMissing and Unidentified! What happens next? Why we need Billy’s Law...
On Saturday I saw this newsbroadcast on the Internet: Human skull found, deputies search crime scene Posted: Jun 19, 2010 2:40 PM PDT - KSWO TV in Lawton/Wichita Falls Oklahoma (http://www.kswo.com/global/story.asp?s=12677361) I know, all too well, the difficulties that investigators face when comparing unidentified human remains to missing persons. I also know the hardships that families of missing persons suffer not knowing what…See More
Jesse 'Opie' Ross replied to Becky Castillo's discussion "What Every Family Must Know" A Warning, and a Guide, for the Families of Missing Persons"So glad to see NamUs get it's day in the sun. Excellent article."
Sara Huizenga promoted Becky Castillo's discussion "What Every Family Must Know" A Warning, and a Guide, for the Families of Missing PersonsSara Huizenga commented on Becky Castillo's blog post NCIC Missing & UID Statistics - Why it's so difficult to locate our Nation's Missing Persons"Billy's Law would link two existing databases maintained by the Department of Justice: the FBI’s National Crime Information Center (NCIC) and the Department of Justice’s National Missing Person and Unidentified Persons System…"
Becky Castillo's blog post was featuredNCIC Missing & UID Statistics - Why it's so difficult to locate our Nation's Missing Persons
Federal law requires law enforcement to report missing children, but not adults (or unidentified bodies). That means that the databases designed to help investigators are incomplete (and often unused)!The National Crime Information Center (NCIC) is the current system used by law enforcement by which missing and unidentified person cases are tracked and matched. And up until the creation of National Missing and Unidentified Person System (NamUs), a clearinghouse for missing persons and…See More
Becky Castillo promoted Sara Huizenga's blog post Michigan's Missing Persons Day is this Saturday, May 7th, 2011Becky Castillo commented on Sara Huizenga's video
Darth Vader Sings Happy Birthday To Todd Matthews
"Too cool!!! Happy Birthday Todd ~ Don't work too hard today/night! LOL ~ riiighhhttt.....what am I thinking? Love ya friend. Thanks for everything! =]"
Profile Information
- Which Peace4 Team would you most like to participate in?
- Sleuths, Legislative
- Are you involved with other organizations (please include link if applicable) relating to Missing Persons and Domestic Violence...and if so, please share a bit about here...
- I am a volunteer with the San Bernardino County Sheriff Department – Coroner Division. I assist the Unidentified-Missing Persons Coordinator, Deputy Coroner Investigator David Van Norman. San Bernardino County is the largest county in the nation and our Division investigates nearly 10,000 deaths annually. I assist Van Norman to attempt to identify nearly 100 unidentified deceased persons per year. We are handling approximately 250 active long term unidentified persons cases going back to the early 1900’s of which I follow up on the thousands of matches we receive to these cases per year. I also assist the Sheriff Department in administering its over 1,200 long-term missing person cases.
I am registered with NamUs and I am Case Manager for all of the San Bernardino County Sheriff Department's Missing Person Cases entered thus far.
- What brought you to Peace4? What are you most hoping to accomplish here?
- I am a missing person advocate. I created Missing Children’s Poster Partners in California back in 2005 to assist families of the long term missing teens and young adults. Although most missing persons return within a few days to two weeks, there are some who do not return. Some law enforcement agencies have a lackadaisical attitude when they receive a report for the “voluntarily missing” and often there is very little effort to search for them.
- How did you hear about Peace4?
- I found it through Jan Smolinski
- Do you have a Missing Loved One? If Yes, please include their name, location missing, etc. (If not, simply answer No)
- approximately 1 year
- Positive Suggestions/Ways you may be able to improve/contribute to Peace4?
- I am not sure yet. I have only visited a few times. I think that I have a vast understanding of the way missing persons and unidentified persons cases are handled and my be of assistance here when needed.
- In order for us to properly process your request to become a Peace4 member please answer all questions as thoroughly as possible so we completely understand why you would like to become a Peace4 member. Do you understand? Yes or No
- yes
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NCIC Missing & UID Statistics - Why it's so difficult to locate our Nation's Missing Persons
Posted on September 5, 2010 at 6:00pm 16 Comments 0 Promotions
Federal law requires law enforcement to report missing children, but not adults (or unidentified bodies). That means that the databases designed to help investigators are incomplete (and often unused)!
The National Crime Information Center (NCIC) is the current system used by law enforcement by which missing and unidentified person cases are tracked and matched. And up until the creation of National Missing and… Continue
The National Crime Information Center (NCIC) is the current system used by law enforcement by which missing and unidentified person cases are tracked and matched. And up until the creation of National Missing and… Continue
Comment Wall (11 comments)
- At 7:46am on February 27, 2012,
Lisa DeSherlia said… - Happy early birthday, Becky; may God's blessings be with you especially on this your special day and may His blessings also be with you on every other day of the year!
- At 8:53pm on June 25, 2011, Sara Huizenga said…
- Becks ... xoxox. Thanks for being a part of Peace4 the Missing ... Great way to connect - Peace4 Partners Match-up - sign up VIA Member Mix tab on top of page ...:)
- At 10:49pm on March 10, 2011, Lisa DeSherlia said…
- You're welcome & have a good night!
- At 11:54pm on February 28, 2011, Lisa DeSherlia said…
- You're welcome! I hope you have had a good one!
- At 10:01am on February 28, 2011, Maureen Reintjes-Peace4 Admin gave Becky Castillo a gift…
- At 11:30pm on February 27, 2011, Lisa DeSherlia said…
- Happy birthday, Becky & God's blessings to you today & every day of the year!
- At 12:38am on November 29, 2010, Maureen Reintjes-Peace4 Admin said…
- Hey Sara took my comment to you which was: :)
Glad to see you back on Peace4....we missed you!
- At 10:00pm on November 28, 2010, Sara Huizenga said…
- :)
- At 12:22pm on November 19, 2010, Sara Huizenga said…
- LOVE LOVE your status quote here!!
(we need to do more than just breathe ... ;)
- At 10:13am on June 12, 2010,
Ava said… 
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Karen Sue Stratton commented on Gwen Johnson's blog post Why arent there any sites specifically for Missing people considered to be non missing by Law Enforcemnt"I read that all missing cases are only viewable only after the LE validates a report of a missing person. Sometimes there is what they call a cold hit. A data entry error or any inconsistencies by human error only way to ensure a case is entered and…"
Miranda (Skinn) Rhuda promoted Sara Huizenga's discussion Watch the Full Investigation Discovery Episode of Missing Adult, Billy Smolinski, HERE!
Cathryn Terkanian posted a status"There is no peace for me. An ex con adopted my child then when she accused him of assault she vanished."
Mary L. Cross commented on Gwen Johnson's blog post Why arent there any sites specifically for Missing people considered to be non missing by Law Enforcemnt"It's been three years since you wrote this Gwen, and I still can't get anyone to listen to me. I have spoken with various police agencies (Detroit, Lincoln Park, and State) and still nothing. In the last year I've had two different…"
Mary L. Cross joined Sara Huizenga's group
Law Enforcement for the Missing
This group is for Law Enforcement members dedicated towards finding the missing as well as a place to include all positive examples of and ideas regarding le and missing persons efforts.
Fife Ellis posted a status"I was finally reunited with my beloved son this week in Cochabamba Bolivia after 3.5 years. He is the most beautiful thing in the world."
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Find Fred Byrne
My husband, Fred Byrne, has been missing since 2/12/13. He was last seen in Holland MI by his mother. The 2005 dark grey Chevy Malibu MI plate # BSY0298 was found in Mark Twain National Park in Van Buren MO on 2/13/13 and reported to police the next…
maureen sanchez posted a status"http://ning.it/10BdSis -- a must read for people missing from the 70s 80s and 90s. He's finally imprisoned - say a prayer he helps loc vix"
Tony Romeyn posted a status"WOW, I miss you all. You continue to be in my prayers in all the work you do for so many. God Bless You Abundantly!"
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