- Parker goes missing in northwest Calgary, prompting a large-scale search effort.
- Calgary police state they are far from believing Parker must be dead and maintain strong hope he is alive.
- Police remain absolutely committed to the search, stating they will continue to search on the ground, in the air and on the water.
- Police condemn false reports that Parker was found dead as absolutely despicable and absolutely horrible, warning of the damaging impact on parents.
- Parker’s family released a statement calling it every parent’s worst nightmare and noted that Parker is autistic and may not respond to strangers.
- By Tuesday, over 400 CPS members were involved in the search effort, and police received over 300 tips.
- Civilian volunteers coordinated by Steven Phan covered 11,000 km and logged 22,500 hours by Monday.
- The officer believes the deciding factor in finding Parker will be a member of the public.
- Police warned against private investigations and asked owners to check vacant homes, as Parker tends to lock doors behind him.
The search for 11-year-old Parker, who went missing on July 16, has intensified in Calgary, with police stating they do not believe he must be dead.
Acting Staff Sgt. Guterson emphasized, "We are far from believing Parker must be dead," and noted, "We still believe there is a strong hope he is alive and I see no reason to abandon that."2
Parker was last seen at his day home between 11:08 and 11:41 a.m. on July 16, with police later finding clothing believed to belong to him nearby.
Search efforts have involved over 400 Calgary Police Service (CPS) members and 120 trained volunteers, covering more than 6,500 kilometers and conducting extensive searches in various communities.
By Monday, officers had analyzed over 100 hours of footage using AI technology, and more than 300 tips have been received and assessed by investigators.
Guterson remarked, "What makes this unique is the complete lack of foul play; for this to go on for so long is untypical."
The family expressed their anguish, stating, "Since he went missing, our family has been living every parent’s worst nightmare."5
Authorities have warned against private investigations, urging the public to refrain from searching private properties.9
Find Parker civilian volunteer search coordinator Steven Phan reported that volunteer efforts have resulted in over 22,500 hours dedicated to the search.7
The community remains hopeful as the search continues, with police committed to pursuing every lead.
“Police condemned false reports of Parker being found dead as 'absolutely despicable' and 'absolutely horrible', warning of the damaging impact on his parents. Over 400 Calgary police members and 300 tips have been involved while civilian volunteers logged over 22,500 hours covering 11,000 km of search area.”
