In New York State, when a child goes missing and police believe they could be in danger, many people naturally expect an AMBER Alert to be issued. But the fact is, not every case qualifies, even when the child is under 18 and believed to be at risk.
The answer comes down to very specific and stringent criteria that must be met for an alert to be activated, according to New York State Police.
What’s Required For An AMBER Alert In New York?…