Glenn Peters Missing Person Case

Mar 07, 2024

Mar 07, 2024

Glenn

Peters

54

52

71 inches

160 lbs

American Indian / Alaska Native

Male

In the winter of 2024, concern grew for 52-year-old Glenn George Peters in Anchorage, Alaska. His family had not had contact with him since January 1, 2024, a silence that became more worrying with each passing day. At the time of his disappearance, Glenn was experiencing homelessness, a circumstance that created significant challenges for those who cared for him and for the authorities attempting to ensure his safety. The Anchorage Police Department, in conjunction with the Alaska State Troopers Missing Persons Clearinghouse, was tasked with the investigation into his whereabouts. Glenn is an American Indian / Alaska Native man, standing approximately 5 feet 11 inches tall and weighing around 160 pounds. He has brown eyes and gray or partially gray hair. Among his distinguishing features are a scar on his head and a tattoo on his left leg, details that were shared in the hope they might help someone recognize him. The investigation proceeded with public appeals for information, a common and often crucial step in finding those who have gone missing. Community support and any potential leads were considered vital, especially given the harsh Alaskan winter conditions. After a period of uncertainty, Glenn Peters was located and confirmed to be alive, bringing the active search for him to a close. While the specific circumstances of his discovery and the exact date he was found have not been publicly detailed, the resolution of his case brought immense relief to his family and community. This case highlights the complexities and heightened concerns involved when an individual experiencing homelessness goes missing. The collaborative efforts of his family, law enforcement, and the public were essential in reaching a positive outcome.

Jan 01, 2024

Anchorage

Alaska

Anchorage Borough

Anchorage

No

138139

Anchorage Police Department

Anchorage

Alaska

Anchorage Borough

99501

716 West 4th Avenue, Alaska

9077868900

Local

Law Enforcement

https://www.muni.org/Departments/police/Pages/default.aspx

240002843

2024-01-25

Anchorage Police Department

Gray or Partially Gray

Brown

Brown

Yes

07/16/2026