The person at the center of this case
Troy Steven Smart
Missing Person · Open
9 years waiting · since 2017
Missing Person: Troy Steven Smart
Justice for Troy Steven Smart — the trail went cold in 2017, but the truth hasn't.
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Key leads to think about
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person
Lead #1Timothy Staples (MP 67054) was also missing in connection with this incident—what is the relationship between their disappearances?
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vehicle
Lead #2What caused the skiff to capsize? Was there a mechanical failure, weather event, or collision?
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evidence
Lead #3What debris was found near Blank Island and what does it indicate about the sequence of events?
Troy Steven Smart, a 45-year-old Alaska Native male, disappeared on February 12, 2017, after leaving Mountain Point boat launch in Ketchikan in a skiff headed to Metlakatla. His capsized and unoccupied skiff was found 100 yards north of Blank Island with debris scattered nearby, suggesting a possible boating accident. The circumstances of his disappearance remain unclear, and authorities continue seeking information about what happened to him and his companion Timothy Staples.
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Lead #4Why was Troy headed to Metlakatla and did anyone expect him or know of his travel plans?
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NamUs case MP67091. Missing person: Troy Steven Smart.
Last known contact: 2017-02-12 in Ketchikan, Ketchikan Gateway, AK. Circumstances: Troy was last seen leaving Mountain Point boat launch in a skiff headed to Metlakatla.
Skiff was located capsized and unoccupied 100 yards north of Blank Island. Debris was located in the same area.
Also missing is Timothy Staples (MP 67054). Demographics: 45 years, Male, American Indian / Alaska Native.
Physical description: 6 ft 2 in, 220 lbs, hair: Brown, eyes: Blue. Clothing and accessories: Clothing: Gray sweatpants with word "Tsimshian" printed down the leg Dark brown t-shirt with "Mic Gaming" on front May have been wearing a black jacket; Footwear: Rubber boots.
Investigating agency: Alaska State Troopers | AK17010013 | 2017-02-12.
Timeline of Events
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2017-02-12
Last Seen Leaving Boat Launch
Troy Steven Smart was last seen leaving Mountain Point boat launch in a skiff headed to Metlakatla
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2017-02-12
Skiff Located Capsized
Skiff was found capsized and unoccupied approximately 100 yards north of Blank Island with debris in the same area
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Case Information
Incident:February 12, 2017
Last Updated:June 16, 2026
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Case Information
Incident:February 12, 2017
Last Updated:June 16, 2026
Have Information?
Any information, no matter how small, could be crucial to solving this case.
Phone: 9072695511
You can remain anonymous