Matthew Cooper Missing Person Case

Jan 30, 2025

Feb 10, 2025

Matthew

Cooper

43

42

70 inches

190 lbs

White / Caucasian

Male

In Anchorage, Alaska, a 43-year-old man named Matthew Ray Cooper was reported missing, creating a period of uncertainty and concern for his family. The last time a family member had any contact with him was through a text message. At the time he went missing, Matthew was navigating the challenges of being without a permanent home, a circumstance that can often increase a person's vulnerability and make it more difficult to maintain regular contact with loved ones. His family, worried by the sudden silence, reached out to law enforcement for assistance in locating him. The Anchorage Police Department opened an investigation into Matthew's disappearance. They gathered information about his last known activities and description, hoping for a lead that would help find him. One of the distinguishing features noted in his case file was a prominent scar on his right arm, which ran from his elbow all the way to his armpit. Such details are often crucial in helping the public and other agencies identify a missing individual. The days that followed were filled with anxiety for those who knew and cared for Matthew, as they awaited any news of his whereabouts and well-being. Ultimately, the search for Matthew Ray Cooper came to a positive conclusion, as he was located and confirmed to be alive. With his being found, the active missing persons case was officially closed, bringing an immense sense of relief to his family and the community. This case highlights the difficult circumstances that many individuals face and underscores the importance of community vigilance and support in ensuring the safety of all its members, particularly those who are most vulnerable. The resolution of Matthew's case is a hopeful outcome in a situation that could have had a much different ending.

Dec 15, 2024

Anchorage

Alaska

Anchorage Borough

Anchorage

No

163722

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

240038875

2024-12-17

Anchorage Police Department

na

Black

Brown

Brown

Yes

07/15/2026