Mark Lester Abing was reported missing on November 14, 2024. SUPPLIED

A Filipino mother in Dubai is desperately seeking help to find her 20-year-old son, who has been missing for five days. **UPDATE as of 11am on November 19: Mark Lester has been found Annabel Hilo Abing, a mother of four, reported that her son, Mark Lester Abing, disappeared from their home in Abu Hail on November 14. Mark Lester, who reportedly has schizophrenia, left the house unnoticed, using a set of keys hanging near his grandmother's room. He is not allowed to leave the house unsupervised because of his condition, Annabel said. She suspects her son may have gone out in search of cigarettes. He was last seen wearing a black shirt and pants. After filing a missing persons report with the police, Annabel has been tirelessly searching for her son, calling hospitals, and posting appeals on social media. While initial posts went unnoticed, her plea gained traction after she shared her story on Facebook on Monday (November 18). This isn’t the first time Mark Lester has gone missing. Annabel recalled a similar incident three weeks ago when he disappeared for four days before being found at a nearby cafeteria. This time, she believes he may still be in the Abu Hail or Hor Al Anz areas. Annael is appealing to the community for any leads. Residents with information are urged to contact her at 0502921890 or call Dubai Police on 901. ICA/Expat Media
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