(WKYT) – Kentucky State Police have issued an IAN Alert for a missing and endangered 6-year-old boy who disappeared Sunday afternoon in Lawrence County.
According to state police and Lawrence County Emergency Management, 6-year-old Roman Heilman was last seen around 3:45 to 4:00 p.m. on Tadpole Road in Louisa.
CHILD’S DESCRIPTION:
- Age: 6 years old
- Hair: Blonde
- Eyes: Blue
- Weight: Approximately 60 pounds
- Jacket: Green fur jacket
- Pants: Red and white monster pants
- Shoes: Crocs
Officials noted a critical detail for anyone assisting in the search: Roman is known to respond to the song “If You’re Happy and You Know It.” Searchers and residents attempting to locate him are advised that singing the song and clapping their hands may help get his attention.
Emergency management officials are asking all residents in the surrounding Tadpole Road area to remain on high alert and thoroughly check their yards, outbuildings, vehicles, and surrounding properties.
SEARCH & RESCUE VOLUNTEERS NEEDED:
Lawrence County Emergency Management says that they will be accepting volunteers beginning Monday, November 2, to assist with the ongoing search efforts for the missing child.
- Staging Area: Richardson Missionary
- Location: Highway 1690, directly across from the old Hinkle Store.
- Time: 8:00 a.m., Nov. 2
All volunteers are asked to check in with emergency personnel before beginning any search efforts so that all activities can be properly coordinated.
IAN Alerts are utilized across Kentucky when children under the age of 18 who have autism or mental illness go missing and are believed to be in danger.
Anyone who sees Roman or has information on his whereabouts is urged to call 911 or Kentucky State Police Post 14 at 606-928-6421 immediately.