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Case Description

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Summary based on the NamUs case record (MP84593) and 2 other sources
Christopher Butler, a 45-year-old man from Crawfordville, Florida, went missing on August 26, 2021, during a boating trip near the St. Marks Lighthouse. He had been scalloping with a friend when a storm caused their boat to drift away. While his friend managed to reach shore, Butler was separated from the boat and did not make it back. Despite an extensive search effort involving multiple agencies, including the Wakulla County Sheriff’s Office, Florida Fish and Wildlife, and the U.S. Coast Guard, the search was terminated without locating Butler.

The search, which spanned several days, involved both aerial and ground teams. Friends and local boating enthusiasts also participated in trying to locate Butler, but to no avail. The search officially ended in early September 2021, though the missing person investigation remains active. Anyone with additional information is encouraged to contact the Wakulla County Sheriff’s Office.
Last Seen: Aug 26, 2021

Possible Unidentified Matches (1)

Unidentified remains cases whose details are consistent with this person, ranked by how closely they compare. Fields that are unknown in either case are left out of the score.

77%Possible
John Doe — Tallahassee, Florida
UP103515 • Found Aug 4, 2022
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 35–49 vs 45
Race 100%White
Location 95%30 mi away, same state
TimingFound 11 months after last seen
Height 55%5'9"–6'9" vs 6'1"

These comparisons are generated automatically from public NamUs case data and are not confirmed identifications. Only DNA, dental or fingerprint comparison by investigators can confirm an identity. If you believe two cases are connected, contact the agency handling the unidentified case.