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Case Description

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Summary based on the NamUs case record (MP4722) and 8 other sources
Charles Lorraine Hollingsworth, a 38-year-old doctor, disappeared on October 26, 1970, from South Lake Tahoe, California. He was last seen leaving his office after an argument with a family member and has not been heard from since. At the time of his disappearance, Hollingsworth had been experiencing personal difficulties, including a recent divorce six months prior and ongoing family issues, which reportedly left him feeling despondent. His legal surname at birth was Rosencrance, but he had changed it to Hollingsworth, his mother's maiden name, as an adult.

Despite extensive searches in the area, no trace of Hollingsworth was ever found. Given the circumstances surrounding his disappearance and his emotional state, foul play or voluntary disappearance has been considered, but no definitive conclusions have been reached. Over the years, his case has remained open, and he was eventually declared legally dead. Hollingsworth's case remains one of South Lake Tahoe’s enduring mysteries, with investigators continuing to seek any information that could solve it.

Last Seen: Oct 26, 1970