Lawrence County Emergency Management announced Sunday that a 6‑year‑old boy is missing after being last seen around 3:45 p.m. in the 900 block of Tadpole Road, Louisa, Kentucky. The child has blonde hair, blue eyes, and weighs roughly 60 pounds. He was wearing a green fur jacket, red‑and‑white monster‑print pants and Crocs.
Officials say the boy often responds to the song “If You’re Happy and You Know It.” They suggest that volunteers searching the area sing the tune in hopes of attracting his attention. Residents in the surrounding neighborhoods have been asked to remain on high alert, checking yards, outbuildings, sheds, and any other nearby property for signs of the child.
Lawrence County Sheriff’s Office and local emergency responders are coordinating the search effort. Volunteers are welcome to join organized search teams, but authorities stress the importance of safety and coordination. Anyone who sees the boy or has information about his whereabouts should call 911 immediately.
How the community can help
The county is distributing flyers and posting alerts on social media platforms to broaden the reach of the search. Neighbors are encouraged to talk to one another, share any observations, and keep an eye on any unusual activity in the area. Parents are reminded to check common hiding spots such as garages, basements, and wooded areas near the home.
Law enforcement officials also recommend that anyone who hears the child’s name being called or sees a child matching the description respond promptly. The use of the familiar song may help locate the boy quickly, as it is a known cue that often elicits a response from him.
Contact information
For tips, sightings, or to join the search, call 911 or contact the Lawrence County Sheriff’s Office at the number provided in the official social‑media post. The department assures the public that every lead will be investigated thoroughly.
The community’s swift response is crucial in situations like this, and officials remain hopeful that the boy will be found safe and returned to his family soon.
Original reporting: WCHS Eyewitness News Charleston (local) — read the source article.
