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Case Description

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Summary based on the NamUs case record (can2014002257) and 2 other sources
In the spring of 1975, a 16-year-old named James Henry Clarke vanished from his home in Montague Township, near Smiths Falls, Ontario. The young man, born on May 1, 1959, was last seen on May 10 of that year. At the time, he was living with his mother. The day he disappeared was marked by a personal turmoil; he had a dispute with his girlfriend. Following this disagreement, James was never seen or heard from again, leaving his family with unanswered questions.

James was described as a white male, standing at 5'8' and weighing around 63 kg, with a medium build. He had long brown hair and blue eyes. Before residing with his mother in Ontario, he had lived with his father in Quebec. However, after he was reported missing, there was no indication that he had tried to contact his father or any other family members. The details surrounding what he was wearing or any personal items he may have had with him on the day he went missing are unknown, adding to the mystery of his sudden disappearance.

The Ontario Provincial Police have classified James Henry Clarke's case as an endangered missing person. For decades, his whereabouts have remained unknown. The lack of contact with either of his parents or any other known relatives since that day in May 1975 suggests that he did not leave voluntarily to start a new life. The circumstances surrounding his disappearance after a dispute have left a void in the lives of those who knew him, a painful uncertainty that has endured for many years. His case is a somber reminder of the lasting impact of a person's unexplained absence.

Last Seen: May 10, 1975