Chicago, IL – Families searching for missing loved ones will have a unique opportunity this week as Cook County officials host a dedicated event aimed at providing answers, support, and investigative resources.
According to the Chicago Police Department, the Cook County Medical Examiner’s Office will hold Missing Persons Day on Saturday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at its facility located at 2121 W. Harrison St. in Chicago. The event is focused on helping families reconnect with missing individuals while strengthening ongoing investigations.
The free event is open to the public, with officials specifically encouraging family members and friends of individuals missing for more than one month to attend. Organizers say participants can submit information to the National Missing and Unidentified Persons System, provide DNA samples, and meet with counselors and other families experiencing similar situations.
Attendees will also have the opportunity to file missing persons reports if one has not already been completed, helping ensure cases are formally documented and reviewed. Officials emphasize that these steps can play a critical role in identifying missing individuals and advancing investigations.
Those planning to attend are encouraged to bring key identifying materials, including photographs, dental and medical records, and any existing police reports. Biological relatives are especially urged to attend in order to provide DNA samples through cheek swabs, which can assist in matching unidentified individuals.
Cook County leaders say the initiative reflects ongoing efforts to improve identification processes and offer families a pathway toward closure. The event also serves as a space for community connection and support during difficult circumstances.
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