The person at the center of this case
Derek David Heller
Missing Person · Open
2 years waiting · since 2023
Missing Person: Derek David Heller
Justice for Derek David Heller — the trail went cold in 2023, but the truth hasn't.
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evidence
Lead #1What were the exact conditions of the landslide and was debris recovered that might indicate Derek's location?
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witness
Lead #2Were there other people present at the Zimovia Highway location when the landslide occurred who can provide details?
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location
Lead #3Has the area around mile 11 of Zimovia Highway been thoroughly searched for any signs of the missing child?
Derek David Heller, a 12-year-old boy, went missing on November 20, 2023, after a landslide occurred at mile 11 of the Zimovia Highway near Wrangell, Alaska. The exact circumstances of his disappearance remain unclear, and it is unknown whether he was caught in the landslide or separated from others in the area. The Alaska State Troopers continue to investigate and seek any information that could help locate Derek.
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clue
Lead #4Could Derek have been swept away by the landslide or did he become separated from his group?
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NamUs case MP112321. Missing person: Derek David Heller.
Last known contact: 2023-11-20 in Wrangell, Wrangell, AK. Circumstances: Derek is missing after a landslide occurred at approximately mile 11 of the Zimovia Highway.
Demographics: 12 years, Male, White / Caucasian. Physical description: 5 ft 0 in, 90 lbs, hair: Blond/Strawberry, eyes: Blue.
Investigating agency: Alaska State Troopers | AK23121256 | 2023-11-21.
Timeline of Events
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2023-11-20
Derek goes missing after landslide
Derek David Heller last known contact at approximately mile 11 of Zimovia Highway in Wrangell, Alaska, following a landslide event.
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Case Information
Incident:November 20, 2023
Last Updated:May 27, 2026
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Case Information
Incident:November 20, 2023
Last Updated:May 27, 2026
Have Information?
Any information, no matter how small, could be crucial to solving this case.
Phone: 9072695511
You can remain anonymous