The person at the center of this case
George Charles Puhac
Missing Person · Open
5 years waiting · since 2021
Missing Person: George Charles Puhac
Justice for George Charles Puhac — the trail went cold in 2021, but the truth hasn't.
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Key leads to think about
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location
Lead #1Why would George attempt to walk from Barrow to Kaktovik, and what route would he have taken?
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evidence
Lead #2What searches were conducted in the area, and were any personal items or signs of him found?
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witness
Lead #3Did anyone see George leave the church or observe him on a path toward Kaktovik?
George Charles Puhac, a 40-year-old man, disappeared on June 19, 2021, after leaving Calvary Bible Baptist Church in Barrow, Alaska, stating he would walk to Kaktovik. Despite extensive searches of the area, no trace of him has been found. The case remains unsolved, and authorities continue to seek information about his whereabouts or any circumstances that may have led to his disappearance.
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clue
Lead #4What were the weather and terrain conditions on June 19, 2021, that might have affected his journey?
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NamUs case MP82788. Missing person: George Charles Puhac.
Last known contact: 2021-06-19 in Barrow, North Slope, AK. Circumstances: George was last seen at Calvary Bible Baptist Church.
He said he was going to walk to Kaktovik. He hasn't been seen or heard from since.
Searches of the area have been unsuccessful in locating him. Demographics: 40 years, Male, White / Caucasian.
Physical description: 6 ft 2 in, 140 lbs, hair: Brown, eyes: Hazel. Clothing and accessories: Accessories: Pittsburgh baseball cap; Clothing: Light blue jeans White t-shirt Black jacket Neon sweater; Footwear: White shoes.
Investigating agency: North Slope Borough Police Department | 21010469 | 2021-06-20.
Timeline of Events
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2021-06-19
Last seen at Calvary Bible Baptist Church
George Charles Puhac was last seen at Calvary Bible Baptist Church in Barrow. He stated he was going to walk to Kaktovik.
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2021-06-20
Investigation initiated
North Slope Borough Police Department began investigation into his disappearance.
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Case Information
Incident:June 19, 2021
Last Updated:May 22, 2026
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Case Information
Incident:June 19, 2021
Last Updated:May 22, 2026
Have Information?
Any information, no matter how small, could be crucial to solving this case.
Phone: 9078526111
You can remain anonymous