About the author
Leon Ives
Leon Ives was 18-years-old when he joined the U.S. Army as a Military Policeman with the 82ND Airborne Division. He later became a Counterintelligence Agent and Civil-Military Affairs Specialist working special operations around the world. Later, he became a Supervisory Special Agent for the U.S. Customs Service and Department of Homeland Security as a senior criminal investigator. He has worked and taught in over 40 countries around the world. To include Bosnia-Herzegovina, Iraq, and Afghanistan. He is considered a Subject Matter Expert in military affairs, law enforcement, criminal investigations, antiterrorism, and he has served as a security consultant and private investigator. Join him on LinkedIn. Leon’s life-saving philosophy is this: “For true safety and security, depend upon yourself first and foremost. Depend on others secondly.”
About The Book
Vanished! How to Protect Yourself and Your Children
“Vanished!” by Leon Ives is a comprehensive and accessible guide designed to help individuals, families, businesses, and institutions protect against the risks of disappearances, both physical and sexual assaults, and common but deadly accidents. It will teach you everything you need to know about true Safety and Security. Vanished! equips readers with the knowledge and tools so they are thoroughly prepared to face every critical incident and situation you can possibly imagine. Learn what all the threats are in life and how to defeat them.
Where to Buy Vanished! by Leon Ives
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Why You Should Read Vanished!
Essential Safety Knowledge for Everyone
Vanished! offers more than just information—it provides critical, actionable steps to help you stay safe. Discover why this book is vital reading for you and your loved ones:
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Highlights & Recognition
Awarded by Focus On Woman Magazine
In acknowledgment of his impact on public safety, Focus On Woman Magazine celebrated Leon’s groundbreaking contributions in security awareness and education.
Donna Lynn Quill Award Winner
Honored for his life’s work in security and safety, Leon Ives received the prestigious Donna Lynn Quill Award, recognizing his commitment to protecting families and communities.
Our Testimonials
Real Life Impact
Discover how our practical security guide has made a difference in the lives of those who have taken proactive steps toward protecting themselves and their loved ones.
Leon Ives takes us on an incredible journey of information regarding how to protect your loved ones and community members from harm, how to remain safe, and how to think about preserving one's safety. The statistical information adds the urgency for every household to be equipped with this resource. Not only does Leon provide us with the information to combat threats to our safety through this book, he also advises and supports us in seeking out many valuable resources. I would invite anyone and everyone to equip one's household with his book, Vanished! Kudos and many thanks, Leon.
Leon Ives has taken his many years of experience in law enforcement, combined it with chilling statistics and accounts of crimes against innocent victims, and put together the one book that is a must-read for any parent. Each day we see reports in the news about unfathomable crimes and incidents against innocent children, women, men, and families. The victims rarely realize that what is about to happen to them will happen. Being prepared and being able to react quickly and properly greatly enhances the odds of a happy ending. Leon’s book paves the path to ensuring all of us can do all in our power to safeguard and protect our families. Kudos to him for sharing this valuable information with all of us!
Leon Ives, a decorated, experienced federal agent and military advisor has captured, developed, and reported a must read road map for the protection of each family's most valuable asset, "Our Children". His book outlines simple steps to follow when horrific crimes are committed against the children of the world. This book is full of solid advice backed up by cold hard facts that law enforcement officers have been putting together and practicing for years; and now it is available to parents outlining basic rules, advanced tactics, and emergency procedures. Mr. Ives has dedicated his life to doing the right thing, whether protecting society from criminal organizations or protecting the innocent in war-torn countries.
Do not ignore this book! What can I do to protect my children? As a parent and grandparent this thought has been with me for all my thirty years in law enforcement service and continues into retirement with my private work for custody cases, child protection, and due diligence on potential new partners and boy/girlfriends. This book will tell you how to adopt the knowledge of the author and other experts. Pedophiles are in our community; some known; many not. They plot and plan. Learn how to prevent and counter an attack on your child. Leon Ives has the experience and knowledge to provide you the necessary steps ahead. There is page after page of solid advice. This is stuff that law enforcement officers have been putting together and practicing for years and now it is available to parents. It gives you basic rules, advanced tactics, and emergency procedures to follow. I have a background in local, national, and international child protection. I give my professional endorsement to this book.
Leon Ives has created a safety bible for protecting children and loved ones. His Individual Protection Packets contain easy-to-follow instructions and crucial details that will help law enforcement accelerate the pace of their search. Awareness, knowledge, and security planning are the best ways to prevent, deter, and delay intrusions from the evil amongst us. Leon takes you inside the mind of an investigator who is conducting a missing person investigation. After reading his book you will know exactly what information law enforcement needs to help find your loved ones as quickly as possible. There is no doubt in my mind that the insight gleaned from this book will help diminish pain and save lives.
Being a victim is something one may not recognize until you are suddenly caught in a situation that requires you to think and react quickly. The resources and information in Leon Ives' book “Vanished! How to Protect Yourself and Your Children" are crucial to favorable outcomes. Understanding the threat and protecting yourself and your family is an imperative element for avoidance of such issues. Leon, you have put together one of the most valuable resources every family should have! Thank you for your hard work, time, and dedication to help others become empowered to avoid or overcome situations that most feel could never happen to them. The threats are real, the perpetrators are constantly lurking, and the power of knowing is what keeps us alive and well. God Bless.
An absolute MUST read for parents. The material in this guide has been meticulously researched, and if followed, has the potential to save the lives of children and protect families. The provided statistics are numbing, and as a parent, jump-started my efforts to protect those that I love. The Biographical Form and the Individual Protection Packet are essential to law enforcement's first few hours of investigation. Read this book, parents, and make additional copies available to friends and relatives as a birthday or holiday present. It will be the best present you could give.
Vanished! How to Protect Yourself and Your Children” is a must read for any parent in America or around the world. A truly informative guideline to assist others in the event that a loved one goes missing. Leon Ives outlines a proven plan in his book to get fast results and save lives. This book should be in every home in the event that the unthinkable occurs. Definitely a great resource for everyone.
Parents are both advocates and protectors for their children. “Vanished! How to Protect Yourself and Your Children”, by retired Special Agent Leon Ives, serves as a road map and battle plan for parents and individuals. One should not attempt to navigate hostile territory without a comprehensive Operational Plan. This thorough and detailed guide is not only for parents, but for those who seek to protect all their loved ones who live in a hostile world.
Mr. Ives’ book is an outstanding resource for families before, during, or after dealing with the disappearance of a loved one. It is also a great read for investigators. Each chapter of this book provides invaluable information to families in their time of need. Because of countless violent crimes, missing- person cases are often not given high priority by law enforcement officials. More and more families are turning to private investigators and other professionals for assistance. I would highly recommend this book to all families and investigators alike.
Kudos to the author who cared enough to write this safety net for children. As a private investigator for almost eighteen years, specializing in Family Law Investigations hearing an Amber Alert, by far, echoes the most gut wrenching feeling second only to a death. As a mother of two and a grandmother of three…almost four…it is truly my biggest fear! Two words come to mind after reading this book, “Thank God!”
As a veteran with forty years’ experience in criminal investigation and seeing the dark side of human nature, I highly recommend “Vanished! How to Protect Yourself and Your Children" as a must read for all families. This book is a template that will teach you awareness of your surroundings and skills to make sure of a positive outcome. Please read, learn, and practice what is spelled out in this outline for survival.
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