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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vehicle
Lead #1What caused the skiff to capsize? Was there mechanical failure, weather conditions, or another factor?
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person
Lead #2Timothy Staples was also reported missing in connection with this incident—was he aboard the skiff with Troy?
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evidence
Lead #3What debris was found near Blank Island, and does it provide clues about the vessel's condition or the circumstances?
Troy Steven Smart, a 45-year-old Alaska Native male, went missing on February 12, 2017, after leaving Mountain Point boat launch in Ketchikan in a skiff headed to Metlakatla. His vessel was found capsized and unoccupied 100 yards north of Blank Island with debris scattered nearby, suggesting a possible boating accident. The circumstances remain unclear, and investigators continue seeking information about what happened to Troy and his companion Timothy Staples, who was also reported missing in connection with the incident.
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location
Lead #4Why was Troy heading to Metlakatla, and were there any witnesses at Mountain Point or along the route?
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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
Troy Smart departs Mountain Point
Troy Steven Smart last seen leaving Mountain Point boat launch in a skiff headed to Metlakatla
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2017-02-12
Capsized skiff located
Skiff found capsized and unoccupied approximately 100 yards north of Blank Island with debris in the area
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Case Information
Incident:February 12, 2017
Last Updated:June 11, 2026
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Case Information
Incident:February 12, 2017
Last Updated:June 11, 2026
Have Information?
Any information, no matter how small, could be crucial to solving this case.
Phone: 9072695511
You can remain anonymous