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Elvin Cecil Hodge
Missing Person · Open
36 years waiting · since 1990
Missing Person: Elvin Cecil Hodge
Justice for Elvin Cecil Hodge — the trail went cold in 1990, but the truth hasn't.
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Key leads to think about
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person
Lead #1Why did Elvin not return home after paying bills? Did he reach his destination or encounter trouble along the way?
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witness
Lead #2Did anyone see a 60-year-old Black male with a cane and wearing a burgundy jacket and beige pants on May 24, 1990 in Chattanooga?
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location
Lead #3Which specific locations did Elvin intend to visit to pay bills? Did he reach any of these destinations?
Elvin Cecil Hodge, a 60-year-old man with mobility challenges, disappeared on May 24, 1990, after leaving his Chattanooga home on foot to pay bills. He relied on public transportation and walked with a cane, making his disappearance particularly concerning given his physical limitations. Despite decades of investigation, his whereabouts remain unknown and authorities continue seeking information about his fate.
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Lead #4Given his mobility limitations and reliance on public transportation, did he board a bus that day? Were there bus drivers or passengers who saw him?
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NamUs case MP8515. Missing person: Elvin Cecil Hodge.
Last known contact: 1990-05-24 in Chattanooga, Hamilton, TN. Circumstances: According to police reports, this subject was last seen leaving his residence to pay bills on 05-24-90 at approx 08:00.
This subject left on foot and was known to ride the bus, but does not drive. He is crippled and walks with a cane.
He has not been seen or heard from. Demographics: 60 years, Male, Black / African American.
Physical description: 5 ft 8 in, 149 lbs, hair: Gray or Partially Gray, eyes: Brown. Clothing and accessories: Accessories: Walking cane (description unknown).; Clothing: Last seen wearing beige pants and burgundy jacket.; Eyewear: Possibly wearing heavy black framed glasses.
Investigating agency: Chattanooga Police Department | 90-054752 | 1990-05-25.
Timeline of Events
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1990-05-24
08:00Last Seen Leaving Residence
Elvin Cecil Hodge was last seen leaving his residence on foot to pay bills. He was 60 years old, walked with a cane, and did not drive but was known to ride the bus.
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Case Information
Incident:May 24, 1990 at 8:00 AM
Last Updated:June 26, 2026
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Case Information
Incident:May 24, 1990 at 8:00 AM
Last Updated:June 26, 2026
Have Information?
Any information, no matter how small, could be crucial to solving this case.
Phone: 4236435000
You can remain anonymous