Man threatens boy and files false missing person report, Branson MO
An older male contacted an 11-year-old boy via Fortnite texting, threatened him, and then filed a false missing person report claiming the boy was missing. The male also indicated knowledge of the boy's location.
Audio|Source: Taney County Public Safety
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Transcript:
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Haney deputies have a call for service for harassment.
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Near Haney Road, lot 16 in Bull Creek.
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It seems room.
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An 11-year-old boy was in contact with an older male, approximately 30 years old, via texting on Fortnite.
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The older male called Branson Police Department and tried to falsely make a missing person's report.
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The male also made concerning statements to the juvenile about looking for him and knowing roughly where he lives.
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Gate code is in the call for the Army Park.
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Location mentioned:
Haney Rd, Branson, MO 65616
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