0 Vanished in the North: The Unsolved Disappearance of James Hutchison in Fairbanks, Alaska
- Missing Persons
- by CSC Blog
- 06/11/2025
A Quiet Life in the Alaskan Interior
James Thomas Hutchison III, a 64-year-old resident of Fairbanks, Alaska, led a quiet life in the vast and often unforgiving Alaskan interior. Standing six feet tall and weighing approximately 185 pounds, James was known for his blond hair, blue eyes, and a distinctive scar on his right arm. He resided near the 13.5 Mile Chena Hot Springs Road, a remote area surrounded by dense forests and rugged terrain. On October 3, 2016, James spoke with his family via telephone, marking the last known contact anyone had with him. Following this call, he vanished without a trace, leaving behind a mystery that has persisted for years.
The Day He Disappeared
The circumstances surrounding James Hutchison's disappearance are as perplexing as they are sparse. After his phone conversation on October 3, 2016, it is believed that James was at his residence near Chena Hot Springs Road. However, when family members and authorities attempted to reach him subsequently, there was no response. An extensive search was conducted in the area surrounding his home, involving local law enforcement and volunteers, but no clues or evidence were found to indicate his whereabouts or the circumstances of his disappearance. ...Read More