Nebraska State Patrol: Missing 11-Year-Old Boy Holden Duncan Found Safe

Holden Duncan, an 11-year-old boy missing for four days in Nebraska, has been safely located, bringing relief to his family and the community. Holden disappeared after getting off the school bus by Crofton High School at 4:15 p.m. on Monday, leading the Nebraska State Patrol to issue an endangered missing advisory. The advisory was canceled Thursday when Holden was found safe, ending days of anxious searching and uncertainty.

Previous Incidents, but This One Lasted Longer

Though Holden had gone missing before, this was the longest period he had been unaccounted for, prompting an escalated response. Authorities worked around the clock with heightened concern, as each passing day raised fears for the young boy’s well-being. The community rallied to support the search efforts, with volunteers, neighbors, and Holden’s school lending assistance and resources to the agencies involved.

Collaborative Efforts Led to Holden’s Recovery

The search for Holden involved multiple agencies, including the Knox County Sheriff’s Office, Nebraska Game and Parks, and Yankton Police, who worked together to canvass a wide area and distribute information quickly. With their combined resources, searchers managed to cover difficult terrain and provide consistent updates, bringing Holden’s case to a safe conclusion.

Authorities expressed gratitude for the swift response and collaborative efforts that contributed to finding Holden safely and reuniting him with his family.