Just when I thought things couldn't get any worse...

Jackie_W

My 17yr old son has gone missing.
He had been assaulted at a work's christmas party on the 22nd November, and he's not been right since, it really knocked his confidence.
We had a disagreement earlier, he accused me of 'slapping him about' which I have never done, but I'm wondering if he's said this in the heat of the moment and he's getting mixed up with the assault.
I've phoned the police and filed a missing person's report.
We didn't realise he was missing until we went t omeet him from work, and he did not come out, and he's not answering his mobile phone either.
He hasn't really got many friends, the few he has got, all work at the same place, but they are closed, so I can't talk to anyone, I just have to sit and wait until they open tomorrow.
Thing is, he has either gone off on his own - he did this twice before, or he has had yet more trouble with work - oh, I just don't have any idea where he is, wish I did.
I just want him to contact me, just let me know he's safe

sorry, I didn't know what else to do, just needed to talk to someone

Jackie_W

My 17yr old son has gone missing.
He had been assaulted at a work's christmas party on the 22nd November, and he's not been right since, it really knocked his confidence.
We had a disagreement earlier, he accused me of 'slapping him about' which I have never done, but I'm wondering if he's said this in the heat of the moment and he's getting mixed up with the assault.
I've phoned the police and filed a missing person's report.
We didn't realise he was missing until we went t omeet him from work, and he did not come out, and he's not answering his mobile phone either.
He hasn't really got many friends, the few he has got, all work at the same place, but they are closed, so I can't talk to anyone, I just have to sit and wait until they open tomorrow.
Thing is, he has either gone off on his own - he did this twice before, or he has had yet more trouble with work - oh, I just don't have any idea where he is, wish I did.
I just want him to contact me, just let me know he's safe

sorry, I didn't know what else to do, just needed to talk to someone

réalta

hope he comes home soon, safe and sound, thinking of you

gmpearse

I can understand your concern especially after he was assaulted the other day. Prayers are being sent your way for his safe return.

Shannon023

:brokenheart: Hope things work out for your son.

Did he even make it to work today or do you know yet??

ceedee22ed

My prayers are with your family, keep patience and hope and this will all come together soon, he may not even realize how worried you are...kids have a way of doing that...his mobile might have gone dead (batteries die from time to time or he may be in a building/area where he does not get good reception)
Just don't let the worst thoughts fill your head...you need to keep clear and calm.
good luck and much patience.:flowerforyou: :flowerforyou:

alf1163

Oh my!!! Prayers for your son, for you and your family :flowerforyou:

eyescatchfire

I will keep you and your family in my thoughts. Please let us know how it all works out!

vanessadawn

prayers your way, stay strong!

Jackie_W

Thanks everyone, police just left, they are circulating a description & photo of him.
He never even showed up for work - didn't even phone in sick.
It's beginnnign to look like he'd planned to go - and been making arrangements not to be tracked all day - like changing passwords to all his IM, facebook etc, he even went to the extent of blowing up the CPU on his computer, and bending the pins. :brokenheart:
I've text him, asking him to just get in touch, let me know he's ok, but nothing. His phone was charged this morning, and he took his charger with him.

bonnykate

best wishes and warm thoughts your way - my prayers are with you and your son.

Jackie_W

Still no luck in finding my son, police are doing all they can, I've got a lot of people looking for him too.
I just don't know what to do next, I went to the gym this morning, which is something we always did together, I did 10 mins on the treadmill, and 5 mins on the bike, then my personal trainer came and asked how my son was as he had not seen him for a few days, and I ended up in tears.
I told him all about it, the gym are also going to keep an eye out for him. I couldn't do anymore workout, so I just came home, found a list of his friends on facebook and emailed a lot of them, and left a message on his wall, just hope someone can help

gmpearse

Don't give up. There is still hope that whatever is troubling him will resolve on its own. Hopefully, he will come to understand that it is not as bad as he thinks it is.

kellch

Sending prayers for the safe return of your son your way.....:flowerforyou: :brokenheart:

Juliebean_1027

Sending lots of thoughts and prayers your way. Hope everything works out, and please keep us updated!

mbb8682

You are in my prayers and thoughts I hope your son returns safe and unharmed.

Did you check his room to see if there were any signs of where he may have went? Check his Facebook page and see the comments some people have made on his page may have some clues that you wouldn't really be looking for.

Please keep us posted:flowerforyou:

renae5

OMG I hope every thing works out ASAP I know you must be worried sick!! My prayers are with you, your son, and your family!!

Jackie_W

Did you check his room to see if there were any signs of where he may have went? Check his Facebook page and see the comments some people have made on his page may have some clues that you wouldn't really be looking for.

Already thought of that, he ransacked the room before he left, so we have no idea of what he's taken.
I'm going to go through his room and tidy up, see if I can find anything out after work tonight - my works did offer me the day off, but I'd rather keep busy, everyone has my mobile number and knows to phone that first should they hear anything

DjBliss05

It sounds like you are doing absolutely everything you can to track him down.

Hang in there. I'll be keeping your family in my thoughts.

Shannon023

Did you check his room to see if there were any signs of where he may have went? Check his Facebook page and see the comments some people have made on his page may have some clues that you wouldn't really be looking for.

Already thought of that, he ransacked the room before he left, so we have no idea of what he's taken.
I'm going to go through his room and tidy up, see if I can find anything out after work tonight - my works did offer me the day off, but I'd rather keep busy, everyone has my mobile number and knows to phone that first should they hear anything

Did he pack some clothes??? Empty his bank account???

:brokenheart:

chrissyh

saying prayers for you and your son

so sorry to hear about this

Phoenix_Rising

:brokenheart:
... thinking of you.

Anna_Banana

I hope everything turns out okay. Keep us posted

Jackie_W

Still not heard anything - I think my hubby has had enough, just told me that he doesn't want our son living here when he is found, wants to make sure he has a roof over his head and is safe, but thinks it's too much strain on me - being a diabetic, constantly worrying about when he's going to up and leave again - especially as this is the 3rd time in 6 months.

I can see his point, and, if he doesn't want to live with us, then he needs to do it properly, not keep us in limbo all the time.

I'd just like to know one way or the other, and I'd like to get him to a doctor as I truly think he has some sort of mental health issue that needs addressing, he's been very unstable for quite some time now.

Jackie_W

My son phoned late last night - just before his mobile phone died.
He's half way up the country, and can't get back until he gets paids as he's run out of money.
I can't get in touch with him to sort out funds as he only told me the area he was in, doesn't know where he's staying, just said the council put him up in a hostel somewhere.
I'm waiting for the council office to open this morning so that I can phone and ask them about where they placed him.
Hubby has calmed down, I had a long chat with him last night, and said our son obviously needs some kind of help, and having a go will only make things worse.

réalta

im glad he is ok, hope you can get in touch with him again soon

thinking of you

Emma x

chrissyh

So glad to hear he's safe. Will continue prayers for you all!

Jackie_W

Had my son on the phone a few times today :bigsmile:
He's getting on the train in an hour to come home, so he should be home in 4 hours time.
Had a long chat just now, and he sounds a lot more positive than he did this morning.
I've kept in contact with his employer, to save his job, explained I think my son may have mental health issues, which I will help him to seek professional help for, as it would seem that he has trouble coping at times.

I'm just soooo glad that he phoned, I can't express the joy I'm feeling right now.
I'm meeting him at the train station at 6:40pm this evening (UK time) - all he asked was that we take him to Asda - he would love one of their extra large trifles :laugh:

He realises he must have put us through hell, and he said he now knows he's better off at home, the streets are not a place to hang about - especially in this weather.

thanks everyone for your prayers and thoughts, it means a lot :flowerforyou:

I'll let you know when he gets home safe and sound xx

Nonibug

I truly hope everything turns out well for you and your family

~Roni

Shannon023

Sooooo happy to hear he's okay.

You're a good mom, cyber! :flowerforyou:

kellch

Glad he is ok.....I will continue to pray for his well being :flowerforyou:
And you and DH also :flowerforyou: