Ben Needham vanished in Kos, 1991: mother seeks answers

Ben Needham, a toddler from Sheffield, went missing on the Greek island of Kos in July 1991 while staying with his grandparents. His mother, Kerry Needham, was working at a hotel nearby at the time. Police investigations suggest that Ben may have died in an accident involving heavy machinery, but Kerry believes he is still alive and that someone on the island knows what happened to him. After decades of searching, she has moved to Turkey to be closer to Kos, where she continues her quest for answers. Recently, a Norwegian man claimed to be Ben, but DNA testing disproved this. Kerry expressed skepticism about his story, noting that he lacked childhood photos and had a troubled upbringing. She is now urging men in their 30s who feel something is amiss about their past to come forward, particularly if they lack documentation or resemble their parents. This outreach aims to uncover any potential leads regarding her son’s fate. Kerry has dedicated 33 years to finding the truth about Ben's disappearance, often following up on tips from the public. However, financial constraints have made it increasingly difficult to pursue these leads. Despite the challenges, she remains resolute in her belief that answers lie on Kos and that someone there holds crucial information about her son. Her determination is fueled by a deep desire for closure, and she continues to advocate for awareness about Ben's case, hoping that someone will eventually come forward with the information she desperately seeks.