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Chalmer Tuttle Missing Person Case

Last seen in Auburn, Indiana on Jan 28, 2003

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Victim Details

Aug 3, 2016

Nov 3, 2022

Chalmer

Tuttle

83

60

69 inches

71 inches

150 lbs

155 lbs

White / Caucasian

Male

Jan 28, 2003

Auburn

Indiana

No

25017

DeKalb County Sheriff's Office

Auburn

Indiana

DeKalb County

46706

Brady Thomas

Detective

215 East 8th Street, Indiana

2609253365

County

Law Enforcement

03-0765

Feb 13, 2003

DeKalb County Sheriff's Office

Gray or Partially Gray

Blue

Blue

Oct 7, 2026


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Case Description

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Summary based on the NamUs case record (MP34636) and 10 other sources
Chalmer Paul Tuttle, a 60-year-old man from Auburn, Indiana, was last seen on January 28, 2003. He was reported missing by his family on February 13 after they had not heard from him for several days. When police investigated, they found Tuttle's home in a puzzling state—his slow cooker was still on, with burned food inside, suggesting he had left abruptly. There were no signs of violence or struggle at the scene, and no personal items appeared to be missing.

Tuttle's vehicle, a green Toyota T100 pickup truck, was discovered abandoned at a sale barn in Topeka, Indiana. Despite a thorough investigation, the truck did not provide any leads, and there were no signs of foul play. No activity was recorded on his bank accounts following his disappearance, adding to the mystery.

Tuttle was a farmer and also worked as a sales representative. His case remains unsolved, and law enforcement has been unable to uncover any significant leads. His family continues to search for answers.
Last Seen: Jan 28, 2003

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  • Missing Person / NamUs
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  • IN - IN - Chalmer Tuttle, 60, Auburn, 28 Jan 2003 | Websleuths
  • Chalmer Paul Tuttle (1942-2003) - Find a Grave Memorial
  • Chalmer Tuttle, Age 83 in Avilla, IN, (260) 357-5414

    • Possible Unidentified Matches (7)

    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.

    78%Possible
    John Doe — Summit, Illinois - unidentified case UP8588
    John Doe — Summit, Illinois
    UP8588 • Found Jan 3, 2005
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 55–65 vs 60 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 66%145 mi away
    TimingFound 23 months after last seen
    Height 100%5'9" vs 5'9"–5'11"
    Weight 81%185 lb vs 150–155 lb
    Hair 100%Gray vs Gray
    77%Possible
    John Doe — Hamtramck, Michigan - unidentified case UP11696
    John Doe — Hamtramck, Michigan
    UP11696 • Found Jan 30, 2009
    View case
    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 45–60 vs 60 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 70%125 mi away
    TimingFound 6 years after last seen
    Height 68%5'6" vs 5'9"–5'11"
    Weight 100%147 lb vs 150–155 lb
    Hair 100%Gray vs Gray
    Eyes 100%Blue vs Blue
    76%Possible
    John Doe — Jeffersonville, Indiana
    UP114481 • Found Apr 27, 2005
    View case
    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 48–62 vs 60 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 53%216 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 2 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'11" vs 5'9"–5'11"
    Weight 100%138 lb vs 150–155 lb
    Hair 100%Gray vs Gray
    76%Possible
    John Doe — Chicago, Illinois - unidentified case UP11512
    John Doe — Chicago, Illinois
    UP11512 • Found May 2, 2013
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 45–60 vs 60 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 68%137 mi away
    TimingFound 10 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'11" vs 5'9"–5'11"
    Weight 100%149 lb vs 150–155 lb
    Hair 70%Brown vs Gray
    75%Possible
    John Doe — Detroit, Michigan - unidentified case UP115564
    John Doe — Detroit, Michigan
    UP115564 • Found Jan 26, 2024
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 58–72 vs 60 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 70%123 mi away
    TimingFound 21 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'9" vs 5'9"–5'11"
    Weight 100%137 lb vs 150–155 lb
    Hair 100%Gray vs Gray
    75%Possible
    John Doe — Chicago, Illinois - unidentified case UP78041
    John Doe — Chicago, Illinois
    UP78041 • Found Oct 8, 2007
    View case
    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 55–65 vs 60 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 68%137 mi away
    TimingFound 5 years after last seen
    Height 84%5'7" vs 5'9"–5'11"
    Weight 100%142 lb vs 150–155 lb
    Hair 100%Gray vs Gray
    Eyes 0%Brown vs Blue
    75%Possible
    John Doe — Chicago, Illinois
    UP129247 • Found Oct 11, 2003
    View case
    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 50–60 vs 60
    Race 100%White
    Location 68%137 mi away
    TimingFound 8 months after last seen
    Height 100%5'9" vs 5'9"–5'11"
    Weight 77%188 lb vs 150–155 lb
    Hair 40%Black vs Gray
    Eyes 0%Brown vs Blue

    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.

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