The person at the center of this case
Chester Jonah Kashatok
Missing Person · Open
1 year waiting · since 2025
Missing Person: Chester Jonah Kashatok
Justice for Chester Jonah Kashatok — the trail went cold in 2025, but the truth hasn't.
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person
Lead #1Why were both Chester Kashatok and Vernon Pavil in the same location during Typhoon Halong, and what was their relationship or connection?
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Lead #2What search and rescue efforts were conducted in Kwigillingok following Typhoon Halong, and what was the scope of the search?
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location
Lead #3Were there any shelter locations or safe zones identified in Kwigillingok where the missing individuals might have sought refuge?
Chester Jonah Kashatok, a 45-year-old Alaska Native man, went missing in Kwigillingok, Alaska on October 12, 2025, after Typhoon Halong swept through the area. Another person, Vernon Pavil, also went missing at the same time under similar circumstances. Authorities are seeking information about their whereabouts and any details about their disappearance during the severe weather event.
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Lead #4Are there any witnesses who saw Chester Kashatok or Vernon Pavil during or immediately after Typhoon Halong made landfall?
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NamUs case MP151773. Missing person: Chester Jonah Kashatok.
Last known contact: 2025-10-12 in Kwigillingok, Bethel, AK. Circumstances: Missing after Typhoon Halong swept across Kwigillingok.
Also missing is Vernon Pavil, MP151774. Demographics: 45 years, Male, American Indian / Alaska Native.
Physical description: 5 ft 6 in, 170 lbs, hair: Black, eyes: Brown. Investigating agency: Alaska State Troopers | AK25103717 | 2025-10-12.
Timeline of Events
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2025-10-12
Last known contact
Chester Jonah Kashatok last known contact in Kwigillingok, Bethel, AK. Missing after Typhoon Halong swept across the area. Vernon Pavil also missing at the same time.
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Case Information
Incident:October 12, 2025
Last Updated:September 26, 2026
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Case Information
Incident:October 12, 2025
Last Updated:September 26, 2026
Have Information?
Any information, no matter how small, could be crucial to solving this case.
Phone: 9072695511
You can remain anonymous