0 Vanished in the Strait: The Unresolved Disappearance of Lee Spencer
- Missing Persons
- by CSC Blog
- 05/09/2025
A Fateful Voyage: The Disappearance of Lee Spencer
On November 26, 1996, 26-year-old Lee Spencer was aboard the fishing vessel Tamra Dawn when it was reported to be sinking near Clarence Strait, approximately two miles from Point McCarty, south of Ketchikan, Alaska. The incident led to Spencer being presumed drowned, and he has remained missing since that day. The case is documented by the Alaska State Troopers under case number 960080088.
The Tamra Dawn Incident
Details about the sinking of the Tamra Dawn are limited in public records. The vessel was reported to be sinking near Clarence Strait, a body of water known for its challenging conditions. The circumstances leading to the vessel's distress remain unclear, and no comprehensive investigation report is publicly available. ...Read More