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 did George plan to walk from Barrow to Kaktovik, and what route would he have taken across this remote Arctic terrain?
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evidence
Lead #2What specific areas were searched, and were there any signs of his passage or distress along potential routes?
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witness
Lead #3Were there any witnesses at or near the church who saw George leave, or anyone who encountered him after he departed?
George Charles Puhac, a 40-year-old man, disappeared on June 19, 2021, after leaving Calvary Bible Baptist Church in Barrow, Alaska, stating he intended to walk to Kaktovik. Despite extensive searches of the area, no trace of him has been found. The case remains unsolved, and investigators seek any information about his whereabouts or what may have happened during his attempted journey.
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clue
Lead #4Given the extreme Arctic conditions and distance between communities, what circumstances might explain his disappearance?
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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 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. Searches of the area have been unsuccessful.
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Case Information
Incident:June 19, 2021
Last Updated:September 27, 2026
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Case Information
Incident:June 19, 2021
Last Updated:September 27, 2026
Have Information?
Any information, no matter how small, could be crucial to solving this case.
Phone: 9078526111
You can remain anonymous