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Chester Jonah Kashatok
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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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Lead #1Vernon Pavil is also missing from the same incident—were they together when last seen?
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Lead #2What were the specific conditions and impact of Typhoon Halong in Kwigillingok on October 12, 2025?
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Lead #3Have search and rescue operations located any signs, debris, or remains related to either missing person?
Chester Jonah Kashatok, a 45-year-old Alaska Native man, went missing on October 12, 2025, in Kwigillingok, Alaska, after Typhoon Halong swept through the village. He disappeared under circumstances directly related to the severe weather event, and another person, Vernon Pavil, is also missing from the same incident. Search efforts continue as authorities work to locate both men and determine their fate following the typhoon's impact.
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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.
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2025-10-12
Chester Jonah Kashatok reported missing
Last known contact on October 12, 2025, in Kwigillingok after Typhoon Halong swept across the area
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Incident:October 12, 2025
Last Updated:June 17, 2026
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Case Information
Incident:October 12, 2025
Last Updated:June 17, 2026
Have Information?
Any information, no matter how small, could be crucial to solving this case.
Phone: 9072695511
You can remain anonymous