Thomas Edward LUMSDEN Missing Person Case

Thomas Edward

LUMSDEN

77

25

65 inches

65 inches

141 lbs

141 lbs

White / Caucasian

Male

In the spring of 1974, a young man named Thomas Lumsden, who also went by the alias Hutchinson, vanished into the vast and often unforgiving wilderness of Ontario, Canada. At 24 years of age, Thomas, along with his 23-year-old friend Carl Braum, was last seen on the morning of May 19th. The two friends had embarked on a canoeing trip from Depot Harbour, an area situated just west of Parry Sound, within the territory of the Wasauksing Ojibway First Nation. Their intended destination was believed to be the scenic Killbear Park, a popular spot for camping and outdoor enthusiasts. The last sighting of the pair placed them in a 14-foot fiberglass canoe, heading in a northerly direction across the water. The circumstances surrounding their disappearance were immediately concerning. It was noted by authorities that the canoe carrying Thomas and Carl was not equipped with any lifejackets, a critical safety precaution for navigating the unpredictable waters of the region. The day before their departure, another canoe in the same area had capsized, highlighting the potential dangers of their journey. As the hours turned into days with no sign of the two men, the hope of their safe return began to fade, replaced by a growing sense of dread for their loved ones and the local community. The disappearance of Thomas Lumsden and Carl Braum became part of a somber series of events that struck the West Parry Sound area over a short period. In that same timeframe, two other men also went missing in the same waters, presumed to have drowned. The search efforts for all the missing individuals were extensive, yet the vastness of the landscape and the depths of the water held their secrets close. The case of Thomas Lumsden is a poignant reminder of the power of nature and the fragility of human life. It is a story of a youthful adventure that turned into a lasting mystery, leaving behind unanswered questions and a void in the lives of those who knew him. The disappearance remains an unresolved case, a cold chapter in the region's history, and a somber narrative of two friends who set out on a journey and were never seen again.

Gallery 0 BRAUM, Carl Michael Personal details Missing since May 19, 1974 Year of birth 1949 Age at disappearance 25 Gender Male Bio group White Height 165cm / 5ft 5in Weight 64kg / 141lb Build Slender/Thin Wearing or features 0

May 19, 1974

Depot Harbour; Parry Sound

Ontario

West Parry Sound OPP OPP ONCMPUR ; 1-705-330-4144;

Ontario

[email protected]

1-877-934-6363

1-877-934-6363

Law Enforcement

RM08072511

West Parry Sound OPP OPP ONCMPUR ; 1-705-330-4144;

Build: Slender/Thin

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