In a shocking new development in the mysterious disappearance of 10-year-old Gus Lamont, police have discovered a handwritten note containing only three words in an abandoned house located just a few blocks from the young boy’s home. The discovery was made late last night as search teams combed the area for any possible leads.

Authorities confirmed that the note, written in a hurried scrawl, reads: “Follow the river.” While cryptic, the message has instantly captured the attention of both investigators and the local community.

“This is a significant lead,” said a senior detective working the case. “It’s the first clue that suggests Gus may have been trying to communicate or guide someone to a specific location. Every detail counts, no matter how small.”

The abandoned house where the note was found has long been considered a trouble spot by local residents, often frequented by vandals and trespassers. Police are now investigating whether the house may have played a role in Gus’s disappearance, and whether anyone else could have left the note intentionally.

Search teams have immediately expanded their efforts along nearby rivers, creeks, and wooded areas, taking the cryptic message as a potential guide. “We’re treating this as a critical piece of evidence,” said the lead officer. “It could point us to the next location, or to where Gus may be.”

Meanwhile, residents in the neighborhood expressed a mix of fear and hope. “It’s terrifying to think he might have been so close all along,” said one local mother. “But at least now, we finally have a clue — something concrete.”

Police have urged anyone with information about Gus Lamont or who may have seen suspicious activity near the abandoned house to come forward immediately. Authorities stress that the investigation is ongoing, and while the note offers hope, it does not provide all the answers.

“We are following every lead, no matter how small,” said the detective. “Our priority is finding Gus safely and bringing him home to his family.”The Lamont family has requested privacy but expressed cautious optimism, thanking the community for their support and vigilance as the search continues.

Late last night, investigators confirmed the discovery of a small, handwritten note found inside an abandoned house less than a mile from Gus Lamont’s residence. The structure, boarded up for years and long considered irrelevant to any ongoing case, was entered as part of a routine follow-up prompted by a new tip. What officers did not expect was a single scrap of paper, folded twice, weathered by time, and marked with just three words — words authorities are not yet releasing, but which they describe as “direct,” “intentional,” and “potentially significant.”

The find has immediately shifted the tone of the investigation. For months, the case surrounding Gus Lamont had been quiet, defined more by unanswered questions than active leads. While no formal accusations have been made against Lamont, his proximity to earlier events placed him on the periphery of public interest. This new development, however, has pulled that interest sharply back into focus.

According to police sources, the note was discovered in what appeared to be a former bedroom on the second floor of the abandoned house. The room contained little else: no furniture, no electronics, no obvious signs of recent habitation. The note itself was found tucked inside the frame of a cracked mirror, suggesting it was deliberately hidden rather than casually discarded. Investigators emphasized that the placement alone indicates intent.

Forensic teams moved quickly. The paper has been sent for analysis to determine its age, the type of ink used, and whether it bears any usable fingerprints or trace material. Early indications suggest the note was written by hand rather than printed, and that the writing style is consistent with someone attempting to be concise, possibly under time pressure. Officials cautioned against speculation but acknowledged that three words can sometimes carry more weight than an entire page.

The location of the house has become a focal point. Situated between a disused service road and a patch of undeveloped land, the building has long been overlooked. Neighbors say it has been empty for at least a decade. “Kids used to dare each other to go in there,” one resident said. “But no one’s touched it in years.” That raises a critical question: when was the note placed there, and by whom?

Investigators are now reviewing property records, historical access logs, and past complaints related to the house. They are also re-examining timelines previously thought to be settled. “When a new physical item surfaces, especially one with written language, it forces us to re-evaluate assumptions,” a senior officer explained. “Words are choices. Someone chose those three.”

As news of the discovery spread, public reaction was immediate. Social media lit up with theories, ranging from the cautious to the wildly imaginative. Some users attempted to guess the words; others urged restraint, reminding the public that premature conclusions can complicate investigations. Law enforcement echoed that sentiment, asking the community to avoid speculation until verified information is released.