The person at the center of this case
Paul Scott McCord
Missing Person · Open
29 years waiting · since 1996
Missing Person: Paul Scott McCord
Justice for Paul Scott McCord — the trail went cold in 1996, but the truth hasn't.
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Key leads to think about
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vehicle
Lead #1What was the condition of the snow machine when last seen, and was it ever located?
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timeline
Lead #2Were there any weather conditions or mechanical issues that may have caused him to become stranded during the journey?
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witness
Lead #3Did anyone in Barrow or along the route see Paul departing or encounter him during his travel?
Paul Scott McCord, a 34-year-old man, disappeared on October 27, 1996, while traveling by snow machine from Barrow to Wainwright in Alaska's North Slope region. He was last known to be in contact on that date, and despite search efforts, his whereabouts remain unknown after nearly three decades. The remote Arctic location and harsh weather conditions have made investigation and recovery efforts extremely challenging, and anyone with information about his journey or fate is urged to come forward.
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location
Lead #4Has the route between Barrow and Wainwright been thoroughly searched, and are there known hazards or dangerous areas on this path?
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NamUs case MP67226. Missing person: Paul Scott McCord.
Last known contact: 1996-10-27 in North Slope, North Slope, AK. Circumstances: Paul was last known to be traveling to Wainwright from Barrow on a snow machine.
Demographics: 34 years, Male, White / Caucasian. Physical description: 5 ft 11 in, 160 lbs, hair: Brown, eyes: Blue.
Clothing and accessories: Accessories: Beaver mittens; Clothing: Red and black Marmot Expedition Parka Green RefrigiWear full body suit 2 pairs of Patagonia long underwear; Footwear: Black Northern Outfitter boots. Investigating agency: North Slope Borough Police Department | 96-100918.
Timeline of Events
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1996-10-27
Last Known Contact
Paul Scott McCord was last known to be traveling by snow machine from Barrow to Wainwright in North Slope, Alaska.
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Case Information
Incident:October 27, 1996
Last Updated:May 21, 2026
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Case Information
Incident:October 27, 1996
Last Updated:May 21, 2026
Have Information?
Any information, no matter how small, could be crucial to solving this case.
Phone: 9078526111
You can remain anonymous