Calgary Amber Alert: 11-year-old Parker with autism missing since July 16, 2026
Calgary Amber Alert for 11-year-old Parker, who has autism, last seen July 16, 2026. Police urge Albertans to search neighbourhoods and call 403-266-1234.
A Calgary Amber Alert was issued across Alberta on July 18, 2026 after Parker, an 11-year-old boy with a diagnosed autism spectrum disorder, was reported missing. Parker was last seen on July 16, 2026 at a family daycare in northwest Calgary, and investigators say his welfare is a primary concern given the time elapsed and his specific vulnerabilities. The alert asks residents across several north and northeast neighbourhoods to inspect properties and public spaces for any sign of the child. Authorities are urging the public not to approach Parker if seen and to contact police immediately.
Amber Alert issued across Alberta
The Government of Alberta granted a temporary exemption allowing the Calgary Police Service to use the provincial emergency alert system, officials said. Calgary police noted that while the case does not formally meet the statutory threshold for an Amber Alert under provincial law, the unusual circumstances prompted the decision to expand public outreach. Investigators believe the wider notification will help mobilize residents in both urban and residential pockets where Parker may be found. The force stressed that time is a critical factor in the ongoing search.
Description of Parker and last known clothing
Police say Parker is approximately 150 centimetres tall, weighs about 41 kilograms, and has brown hair and brown eyes. When last observed he was wearing black shorts and a set of noise‑reducing headphones, and he was shirtless. Authorities have cautioned that he may still be wearing the headphones and that his clothing may change if he has sought shelter or been given garments by someone. The Calgary Police Service released the physical description to help residents and first responders identify him quickly.
Timeline from daycare to surveillance footage
According to investigators, Parker was seen at a family daycare in northwest Calgary before midday on July 16, 2026. Items believed to belong to him were later located around noon in the block of 0 to 100 Northmount Drive NW, police said. Surveillance footage then placed him at about 12:52 p.m. on Travis Crescent NE, roughly five kilometres from the daycare location. Detectives are reconstructing the route between these points and reviewing additional camera footage to trace his movements in the hours after he was last seen.
Neighbourhoods and areas urged to inspect property
The Amber Alert lists Cambrian Heights, Thorncliffe, North Haven, North Haven Upper, Highwood, Highland Park, Greenview and Greenview Industrial Park as priority areas for searches. Residents in those communities have been asked to check yards, parks, green spaces, garages, sheds, and backyard structures where a child might shelter. Police also advised inspection of public amenities such as playgrounds, community rinks and spray parks, and to look carefully in bushes and under decks. Investigators asked neighbours to speak with one another in case someone observed relevant activity on July 16.
Family appeal and safety instructions
In a statement relayed by police, Parker’s family said they are heartbroken by his disappearance and urged the public to remain vigilant. The family requested that anyone who sees Parker give him space and not attempt to approach him, noting his vulnerabilities and potential sensitivity to strangers. Calgary Police emphasized the same: do not confront or chase him; instead, note his location and any directions he takes and phone authorities immediately. The safety guidance aims to protect Parker’s wellbeing while enabling trained officers to respond.
How to report sightings or information
Anyone with information about Parker’s whereabouts is asked to contact the Calgary Police Service at 403-266-1234 without delay. Tips can also be passed anonymously to Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477. Police requested details such as the time and exact location of any sighting, a description of clothing, whether anyone else was present, and any vehicle descriptions. Investigators said even small observations — a brief lane sighting or a momentary glimpse by a cyclist — could prove important.
Calgary police continue to coordinate ground searches and review video and witness reports as the Amber Alert remains active, and they thanked the public for their assistance while underscoring the need for caution and clear, timely reporting.
