
The person at the center of this case
Charles Jack Grove
Justice for Charles Jack Grove — the trail went cold in 2026, but the truth hasn't.
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Why did Grove abandon his housing after being assigned it through a charity organization?
Has anyone seen Grove since April 3, 2026, or know of his current whereabouts?
Given Grove's history of homelessness, could he have returned to previous locations or encampments he frequented?
Charles Jack Grove, a 63-year-old man, went missing on April 3, 2026, after abandoning his housing in Anaheim, California. Grove had a history of homelessness and was living in a charity-provided residence with case worker support when he disappeared. His current whereabouts remain unknown, and investigators are seeking information about his location and welfare.
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NamUs case MP159256. Missing person: Charles Jack Grove.
Last known contact: 2026-04-03 in Anaheim, Orange, CA. Circumstances: Charles has experienced homelessness in the past and lives alone.
He is elderly and was assigned housing through a charity organization and had a case worker checking on him. He abandoned his home in Anaheim and can no longer be located.
Demographics: 63 years, Male, White / Caucasian. Physical description: 5 ft 7 in, 145 lbs, hair: Brown, eyes: Brown.
Investigating agency: Anaheim Police Department | 26-63983 | 2026-05-08.
Charles Jack Grove was last known to be in contact in Anaheim, Orange County, CA. He subsequently abandoned his housing and could no longer be located.
Any information, no matter how small, could be crucial to solving this case.
Any information, no matter how small, could be crucial to solving this case.