An Emerald Alert will be sent out for missing children under 10, missing persons with special needs, non-domestic adult kidnappings, Amber Alerts, and cases where foul play is suspected.

Detroiters can sign up for Emerald Alerts alerts by texting DetroitAlerts365 to 99411. Alerts come in English, Spanish, Arabic, and Bangla.

If Detroiters have a tip about a missing person, they can call 313-833-7297.

There's a new alert system for serious missing persons cases in the city called the "Emerald Alert" — a nod to the color of the iconic Spirit of Detroit statue, Detroit Police Chief Todd Bettison and Council President Mary Sheffield announced on Monday, Aug. 18.

An Emerald Alert will be sent out for missing children under 10 who've not been seen by an adult for an extended time, missing pe

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