Two young children who are said to have wandered away from home are still missing as search teams continue to look for a fourth day.
Six-year-old Lily Sullivan and four-year-old Jack Sullivan were last seen Friday, at around 10 a.m. at a home on Gairloch Road, according to Pictou County District RCMP.
Authorities have maintained a consistent presence in the area since the children were reported missing.
Ground search and rescue (GSAR) teams, air services from CASARA, and the Department of Natural Resources and Renewables (DNRR) continue to scour the heavily wooded terrain with more than 100 who are dedicated to finding the pair.
On Saturday at approximately 5:26 p.m., a broadcast intrusive alert was issued to surrounding communities—including Antigonish County, Colchester County, and Pictou County—to engage the public in ongoing search efforts.
This follows a vulnerable person’s alert initially sent out for Pictou County on Friday when the children were first reported missing.
The mother of the missing children, Malehya Brooks-Murray, has been calling for an Amber Alert, fearing for their safety.
“I want an Amber Alert for my children! I want my babies home,” Brooks-Murray said in a social media post.
Lily Sullivan is described as having shoulder-length light brown hair with bangs. She might be wearing a pink sweater, pink pants, and pink boots.
Jack Sullivan is described as having short blondish hair. He’s wearing blue dinosaur boots.
No other clothing description is available.
Nova Scotia Premier Tim Houston acknowledged the dedication of search teams and volunteers in a statement, emphasizing the urgency of finding Lily and Jack.
Houston highlighted the extensive resources involved, noting that the Nova Scotia Guard, in its first official assignment, quickly stepped up following the call to action to support the search.
The statement also noted that volunteers continue to work in shifts, assisting with food distribution, equipment security, parking management, and guiding first responders.
Authorities ask that the public avoid the search area to allow trained personnel to continue their work.
RCMP spokesperson Cpl. Carlie McCann noted that there is no evidence to suggest the children were abducted. Because of this, she explained, an Amber Alert has not been issued.
Anyone with information about Lily and Jack’s whereabouts is urged to contact Pictou County District RCMP at 902-485-4333 or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477).
Anonymous tips can be submitted online at Crime Stoppers or through the P3 Tips app.
-With files from Alex Allan
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