In an unusual twist to a standard missing persons case, the Muskego Police Department took to social media to share news of a found individual with a humorous angle. The Muskego Police Department's Facebook post playfully blames a squirrel for leading a runaway to the W13900 Block of Loomis Drive. The post, published on July 12, suggests that the animal inadvertently aided in locating the "hoomans" in question. The Muskego Police Department encouraged anyone with knowledge of the individuals to reach out by calling (262) 679-4130
The Muskego Police Department used a light-hearted social media post—including a squirrel emoji and the slang term “hoomans”—to draw attention to a recent case and encourage community assistance. The post reflects a broader trend among law enforcement agencies of using informal online communication to engage the public and share information quickly.
While the post garnered attention due to its unusual content, at the heart of the incident was a serious matter – the safety and location of missing individuals. The Muskego Police Department has not provided additional details on the individuals involved or the circumstances that led to their designation as runaways.
Community responses to the Facebook post have been mixed, with some praising the Muskego Police Department's creative engagement, while others expressed concern over the tone given the seriousness of the situation. Authorities noted that sharing the information was important in aiding the effort to locate the missing individuals. Anyone with information is encouraged to contact the police.
The impact and reach of the department’s communication approach may be further evaluated as social media continues to play a growing role in law enforcement and public safety efforts. The original post is available on the Muskego Police Department’s official Facebook page.
