Hello,

My name is William Noble.

My son, Devon, and I have been inseparable since he was born just five days after my fortieth birthday. In the nine years that have passed, and all the lessons I have attempted to teach, I have come to realise he has always been the teacher. He has taught me about patience, kindness, love, and becoming a better person guided by empathy and a desire to do for others. My road has been altered by his arrival and presence in my life. We helped each other through the pandemic, through our move to a new country, and through all the hiccups we have encountered in life. But now, he is gone.

My son was taken without notice, or known reason, on the night of October 1st by his mother. She disappeared and took my son as well as a large amount of our savings and their passports. I have had no contact with my wife or my son since the morning before they disappeared.

The fear is that they are a flight risk to leave our home country of the United Kingdom. I am now faced with fighting to locate my son, have him returned, and ultimately get custody rights. Unfortunately, looking ahead at the costs I realise the money needed to reunite with Devon will cause me significant financial strain. The costs will not only compromise me getting the legal assistance I require, but the future I'll have with my son once reunited.

I have never been one to ask for help, but my love for my son is greater than my pride.

Thank you.