Skyler Bentley Missing Person Case

Jun 10, 2024

Jun 11, 2024

Skyler

Bentley

18

16

63 inches

100 lbs

White / Caucasian

Male

In the quiet community of Palmer, Alaska, concern grew for 16-year-old Skyler Donivan Bentley after he was last seen on February 26, 2024. A young man, described as being approximately 5'3" tall and weighing around 100 pounds, with blond hair and blue eyes, his sudden absence was deeply felt. The last confirmed sighting of Skyler was at the Mat-Su Regional Medical Center, a detail that provided a starting point for the investigation into his whereabouts. As days turned into weeks, the lack of information created a void for those who knew him, leaving family, friends, and the wider community anxious for any news of his safety. The Alaska State Troopers, in conjunction with the state's Missing Persons Clearinghouse, initiated a search and investigation to locate the missing teen. A public alert was issued in June of that year, amplifying the efforts to gather any information that could lead to Skyler. The circumstances surrounding his disappearance from the medical facility remained unclear, adding a layer of complexity to the case. Despite the dedicated efforts of law enforcement and the circulation of his description, verifiable updates on his condition or location were not immediately available, leaving his case active and open in the public eye for a period of time. Ultimately, the search for Skyler Donivan Bentley concluded with the confirmation that he had been located and is alive. While the specific details and the exact date of his recovery have not been widely publicized, the resolution of his case brought an end to the uncertainty that had surrounded his disappearance. The news that he was safe provided a sense of relief to his community. The case serves as a poignant reminder of the anxious moments that families and communities endure when a young person goes missing, and the profound importance of their safe return.

Feb 26, 2024

Palmer

Alaska

Matanuska-Susitna Borough

Palmer

No

144605

Alaska State Troopers

Anchorage

Alaska

Anchorage Borough

99507

Malia Miller

Missing Persons Clearinghouse Manager

5700 East Tudor Road, Alaska

9072695511

State

Law Enforcement

AK24043049

2024-05-09

Alaska State Troopers

190

Blond/Strawberry

Blue

Blue

Yes

07/02/2026