
The person at the center of this case
Ephrem Gregory McKindy
Justice for Ephrem Gregory McKindy — the trail went cold in 1976, but the truth hasn't.
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Were there any individuals in Aniak or Kodiak who saw Ephrem in October 1976 or shortly thereafter?
What were the circumstances of his final family contact in October 1976—did he mention plans to travel or any concerns?
Has anyone maintained contact with Ephrem or received communication from him since October 1976?
Ephrem Gregory McKindy, a 35-year-old Alaska Native man, was last contacted by family in Aniak, Alaska in October 1976 and has been missing for nearly 50 years. The circumstances of his disappearance remain unclear, with no confirmed sightings or evidence of his whereabouts since that final contact. Despite decades passing, the Alaska State Troopers continue to seek information from anyone who may have encountered him or have details about what happened.
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Official wording
NamUs case MP66566. Missing person: Ephrem Gregory McKindy.
Last known contact: 1976-10-01 in Aniak, Bethel, AK. Circumstances: Ephrem last contacted family in Kodiak, AK in October 1976.
Demographics: 35 years, Male, American Indian / Alaska Native. Physical description: 5 ft 5 in, 130 lbs, hair: Black, eyes: Brown.
Investigating agency: Alaska State Troopers | 8609492.
Ephrem last contacted family members in Kodiak, AK in October 1976. No confirmed contact since this date.
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