In a coordinated effort, a team of officers from the National Police identified a distressed 16-year-old boy who had run away from home and was planning to return to his country of origin. The officers quickly reassured him and, recognizing the urgency of the situation, they sent a text message to his mother expressing his intention to come back, a step that helped stabilize his immediate state and opened a channel for family communication during a tense moment.
The sequence of events unfolded on a Sunday when a woman of Ukrainian descent visited several police stations to report the disappearance of her son and to confirm his desire to return to Ukraine. She understood that the boy had plans to board a bus that would take him back, and the same child had previously sent a message to his mother indicating this intention via SMS. This critical information alerted the officers to monitor the bus schedules and focus their efforts on any transport options that could facilitate the boy’s safe return while ensuring his security within the country.
From the outset, the officers learned that there were two buses scheduled to depart within a narrow window, about an hour apart. This knowledge prompted a rapid, methodical response: they divided tasks, traced passenger manifests where possible, and established a plan to determine which bus the minor might board. The urgency of the situation demanded precise coordination, as every minute counted toward preventing a potential separation from his guardians and ensuring that the boy did not leave the national territory without proper oversight and support.
As investigations continued, the police team successfully located the specific bus the minor was riding. They verified that the boy had not crossed an international border and, with that confirmation, initiated measures designed to prevent him from leaving the country until a protective plan could be put in place. The officers promptly reported the developing situation to the Junquera police station to ensure that all relevant authorities were informed and aligned on the next steps. This careful sharing of information helped secure a multi-agency response geared toward safeguarding the youth while maintaining lawful procedures.
In the final stage of the intervention, the officers intercepted the boy at a technical stop used by the bus near La Junquera. They then began formal protective procedures, ensuring the boy would receive the appropriate care, supervision, and guidance required in such circumstances. The aim throughout was to stabilize the situation, preserve the young person’s safety, and provide a clear path back to his family under supportive, lawful oversight. The actions of the police were documented as part of a responsible, child-centered response that prioritized the minor’s well-being and ensured that all steps complied with applicable protections for minors in fluxing family situations.