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Charles Hollingsworth Missing Person Case

Last seen in South Lake Tahoe, California on Oct 26, 1970

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Victim Details

Jan 14, 2010

Jan 9, 2024

Charles

Hollingsworth

94

38

73 inches

210 lbs

White / Caucasian

Male

Oct 26, 1970

South Lake Tahoe

California

El Dorado County

96150

8112

South Lake Tahoe Police Department

South Lake Tahoe

California

El Dorado County

96150

1352 Johnson Boulevard, California

5305426100

Local

Law Enforcement

http://www.cityofslt.us/302/Police

70-0255

Oct 26, 1970

South Lake Tahoe Police Department

Brown

Hazel

Hazel

Oct 14, 2026


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Case Description

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Summary based on the NamUs case record (MP4722) and 8 other sources
Charles Lorraine Hollingsworth, a 38-year-old doctor, disappeared on October 26, 1970, from South Lake Tahoe, California. He was last seen leaving his office after an argument with a family member and has not been heard from since. At the time of his disappearance, Hollingsworth had been experiencing personal difficulties, including a recent divorce six months prior and ongoing family issues, which reportedly left him feeling despondent. His legal surname at birth was Rosencrance, but he had changed it to Hollingsworth, his mother's maiden name, as an adult.

Despite extensive searches in the area, no trace of Hollingsworth was ever found. Given the circumstances surrounding his disappearance and his emotional state, foul play or voluntary disappearance has been considered, but no definitive conclusions have been reached. Over the years, his case has remained open, and he was eventually declared legally dead. Hollingsworth's case remains one of South Lake Tahoe’s enduring mysteries, with investigators continuing to seek any information that could solve it.
Last Seen: Oct 26, 1970

Links to Additional Sources (8)

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  • Charles Hollingsworth | South Lake Tahoe, CA - Official Website
  • Charles L Hollingsworth - California Department of Justice - CA.gov
  • Episode 53 Charles Hollingsworth - AbJack Entertainment
  • Charles Hollingsworth | Whereabouts Still Unknown - WordPress.com
  • Cold Cases | South Lake Tahoe, CA - Official Website
  • Charles Lorraine Hollingsworth - The Charley Project
  • 4059DMCA - Charles Lorainne Hollingsworth - Doe Network
  • Charles Hollingsworth -- Missing Since October 1970 - Pinterest

    • Possible Unidentified Matches (6)

    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.

    85%Strong
    John Doe — Verdi, Nevada
    UP159511 • Found Jul 28, 1971
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 38–52 vs 38
    Race 100%White
    Location 92%40 mi away
    TimingFound 9 months after last seen
    Height 100%5'9"–6'1" vs 6'1"
    Weight 100%190–200 lb vs 210 lb
    Hair 100%Brown vs Brown
    76%Possible
    John Doe — Nevada
    UP7603 • Found Dec 28, 1993
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 40–50 vs 38 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 72%114 mi away
    TimingFound 23 years after last seen
    Height 100%6'1" vs 6'1"
    Weight 100%191 lb vs 210 lb
    Hair 100%Brown vs Brown
    Eyes 60%Brown vs Hazel
    76%Possible
    John Doe — Reno, Nevada
    UP8426 • Found Aug 7, 1993
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 37–45 vs 38 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 92%42 mi away
    TimingFound 23 years after last seen
    Height 84%5'11" vs 6'1"
    Hair 100%Brown vs Brown
    76%Possible
    John Doe — Sacramento, California
    UP2399 • Found Feb 20, 1986
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 85%Est. 30–50 vs 38 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 79%85 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 15 years after last seen
    Height 100%6'1" vs 6'1"
    Weight 100%210 lb vs 210 lb
    Hair 100%Brown vs Brown
    76%Possible
    John Doe — Reno, Nevada - unidentified case UP2099
    John Doe — Reno, Nevada
    UP2099 • Found Feb 2, 1986
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 45–55 vs 38 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 92%41 mi away
    TimingFound 15 years after last seen
    Height 84%5'11" vs 6'1"
    Weight 65%154 lb vs 210 lb
    Hair 100%Brown vs Brown
    Eyes 0%Gray vs Hazel
    75%Possible
    John Doe — Reno, Nevada
    UP150679 • Found Jul 13, 1979
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 79%Est. 50–60 vs 38 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 92%41 mi away
    TimingFound 9 years after last seen
    Height 84%5'11" vs 6'1"
    Weight 100%180–210 lb vs 210 lb

    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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