A serious search is underway in Troup County, Georgia after 10‑year‑old Leven Todd was reported missing early this morning. According to the sheriff’s office, Leven was last seen around 7:30 a.m. at the home located at 19 Collins Drive in the county. He was wearing a blue shirt and a pull‑up diaper when he vanished, leaving loved ones and authorities deeply concerned.
The incident unfolded in a quiet residential neighborhood where friends and neighbors say Leven is well known and described as a friendly, gentle child. At the time of his disappearance he was alone and reportedly just outside the home, before being swept up in what officials are treating as a potential wandering scenario — though all possibilities remain on the table until more information surfaces.
Troup County Sheriff’s Office responded quickly to the report, launching a coordinated search involving ground teams and K‑9 units. Deputies are canvassing the area surrounding Collins Drive, speaking with residents and checking security footage from nearby homes. The sheriff’s office emphasized the urgency of the matter and asked any residents in the area with cameras or who were awakened early today to review their recordings for anything unusual.
Friends of the family and local volunteers have converged to assist, combing nearby woods, yards and abandoned structures in hopes of locating any sign of Leven. Social media posts and local calls have spread swiftly, with people sharing photos of the boy and details of his clothing. The community is now operating under a heightened awareness — neighbors have been asked to check sheds, garages and play areas where a small child might hide or wander.
Authorities reiterated that if anyone spots a child matching Leven’s description—blue shirt, pull‑up diaper, approximately ten years old—they should call 911 immediately and not attempt to engage the child directly unless safe to do so. Time is of essence, they stressed again, because early hours can yield the most successful recoveries.
The family is being supported by deputies on site and by local crisis teams, yet the strain and worry are palpable. “He’s just a sweet boy,” said one neighbor. “We all want to bring him back home safely.” A picture of relief would come when Leven is found unharmed, and right now the entire community is holding its breath and watching.
If you’re in the Collins Drive area or nearby and saw anything this morning — even something that seemed insignificant — please call the sheriff’s office. Your tip might be the one that helps bring Leven home.
