The National Manhunt
A Desperate Search
Following the discovery, a nationwide manhunt for Xavier was launched. His car was found abandoned, but there were no signs of him. The extensive search included checking airports, train stations, and border crossings, but Xavier had seemingly vanished into thin air, evading capture at every turn.
False Leads and Dead Ends
Over the years, numerous tips and sightings of Xavier were reported, but each lead turned out to be a dead end. The search extended beyond France, with Interpol issuing a global alert. Despite these efforts, Xavier remained untraceable, leaving authorities and the public baffled and frustrated.