gethenp asked this question on 5/4/2000:

where did the term "gone missing" originate/

tcsmpsi gave this response on 5/6/2000:

Good Morning,

Though I am not aware of a particular relevancy unique to this particular phrase, generally speaking 'gone missing' comes from something/someone not being where it is believed it/they should be.

Sincerely, tcsmpsi