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Vernon Pavil
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Missing Person: Vernon Pavil
Justice for Vernon Pavil — the trail went cold in 2025, but the truth hasn't.
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Lead #1What were the specific weather conditions and storm surge impacts in Kwigillingok on October 12, 2025?
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witness
Lead #2Did anyone see Vernon Pavil during or immediately after Typhoon Halong made landfall?
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Lead #3Were there any shelters, evacuation centers, or safe zones established in the community where he might have sought refuge?
Vernon Pavil, a 71-year-old Alaska Native man, went missing in Kwigillingok on October 12, 2025, after Typhoon Halong swept across the remote Bethel area. He was last known to be in contact that day, and search efforts have focused on the storm-affected community. Anyone with information about his whereabouts is urged to contact the Alaska State Troopers.
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NamUs case MP151774. Missing person: Vernon Pavil.
Last known contact: 2025-10-12 in Kwigillingok, Bethel, AK. Circumstances: Missing after Typhoon Halong swept across Kwigillingok.
Demographics: 71 years, Male, American Indian / Alaska Native. Physical description: 5 ft 4 in, 170 lbs, hair: Black, eyes: Brown.
Investigating agency: Alaska State Troopers | AK25103717 | 2025-10-12.
Timeline of Events
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2025-10-12
Vernon Pavil reported missing
Last known contact in Kwigillingok after Typhoon Halong swept across the area
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Case Information
Incident:October 12, 2025
Last Updated:June 30, 2026
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Case Information
Incident:October 12, 2025
Last Updated:June 30, 2026
Have Information?
Any information, no matter how small, could be crucial to solving this case.
Phone: 9072695511
You can remain anonymous