Scott Tenczar

Found Deceased

Yosemite National Park
Yosemite National Park

About Scott Tenczar's case

According to the NPS,

UPDATE: Scott Tenczar was found deceased. No further details are available pending completion of an investigation. Our deepest condolences go out to his family and friends.

MISSING PERSON: Scott Tenczar
If you were in the area of Robinson Creek, Crown Lake, Matterhorn Canyon, Smedberg Lake, Seavey Pass, or Peeler Lake between July 25 and August 5, 2018, even if you don’t believe you have any information about the missing person, please contact the National Park Service Investigative Services Branch at 888/653-0009.

Scott is a 48-year-old male with brown hair and hazel eyes, 6 ft 1 in tall, and weighing 185 pounds. He uses and wears mostly army-colored items: olive-drab green, tan, and camouflage. He also carries fishing gear. Scott is an experienced hiker and knows the area well. He was last seen at the Bridgeport Ranger Station on July 25, 2018. He planned to backpack from Robinson Creek to Crown Lake, Matterhorn Canyon, Smedberg Lake, Seavey Pass, and Peeler Lake. (This area is not near the Ferguson Fire.)

Personal Characteristics

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Distinguishing Marks

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Profession / Education

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Height / Weight

Activity

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Points of Interest

POIs

Bridgeport Ranger Station

Last Known Location

Investigative Details

Foul Play Suspected: Unknown / Undisclosed
Suicide Suspected: Unknown / Undisclosed
Cause of Death: Undetermined / Unreleased

Significant Dates

Reported Missing: Wednesday, July 25, 2018 (6 years ago)
Date Found: Monday, August 20, 2018 (6 years ago)

Administrative Details

Monday, January 8, 2024 (7 months ago)

Missing NPF Public Identification Number (MPID) 10286

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