Kerry Needham has spent 35 years searching for her son, Ben, who disappeared while playing near a farmhouse on the Greek island of Kos in July 1991. Recently, she faced a setback when South Yorkshire Police informed her that they would no longer actively pursue the case, instead leaving it to Greek authorities and Interpol. This announcement came as a shock to Kerry, who has always believed that Ben is still alive and may have been kidnapped. She has expressed frustration over the police's handling of the case, claiming they had previously assured her of ongoing investigations and plans to collaborate with Greek officials. Despite the police's insistence that their role has not changed, Kerry is demanding clarity on the investigation's future. Over the years, the Needham family has received numerous leads, including a recent inquiry into a possible DNA match with an American man. Kerry remains hopeful, stating that there are still avenues to explore and witnesses to revisit. The disparity in funding for the investigations into Ben's disappearance compared to other high-profile cases, such as that of Madeleine McCann, has added to her distress. Kerry continues to fight for answers and seeks a meeting with senior police officials to address her concerns.