The Slow Newscast How to disappear
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Jun 24, 2025 Paul Parsons, cousin of missing person Lloyd Walford, shares the heart-wrenching journey of searching for loved ones in a digital age that makes disappearing alarmingly easy. Kirsty Hillman, who runs the lost contact service at Missing People, discusses the emotional struggles and complexities families face. They explore the societal trends around missing persons, the connection breakdowns within families, and the resilience required in the face of uncertainty. This poignant conversation sheds light on hope, loss, and the human drive to reconnect.
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Paul's Cousin Lloyd Vanishes
- Paul Parsons recounts the gradual loss of contact with his cousin Lloyd, who went missing around 2020.
- Lloyd’s sporadic communication and relocation culminated in a complete disappearance after the COVID-19 lockdown.
Recognize Missing Isn't Just Abductions
- Accept that missing persons often are not high-profile abduction cases but many adults choosing no contact.
- Seek help early from specialists like Missing People to upgrade the status of estrangement to disappearance if needed.
Missing's Complex Definition
- The definition of being "missing" is complex and subjective, often differing between families and police.
- Families may see someone as missing, even if law enforcement does not classify them so due to choice or rights of adults.