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James Decker Missing Person Case

Last seen in Juneau, Alaska on Sep 12, 2003

Victim Details

Mar 17, 2020

Jan 12, 2024

James

Decker

57

35

71 inches

180 lbs

White / Caucasian

Male

Sep 12, 2003

Juneau

Alaska

Juneau Borough

No

77587

Alaska State Troopers

Anchorage

Alaska

Anchorage Borough

99507

Malia Miller

Missing Persons Clearinghouse Manager

5700 East Tudor Road, Alaska

9072695511

State

Law Enforcement

030072629

2003-09-13

Alaska State Troopers

8618

Red/Auburn

Blue

Blue

No

07/23/2026


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On September 12, 2003, a tragic incident unfolded in the waters of Hoonah Sound, near the west end of Peril Strait in Alaska, involving 35-year-old James Eugene Decker of Juneau. He was aboard a skiff with three other individuals, reported to be his father and two brothers, setting shrimp gear when the small vessel capsized and sank. The unforgiving Alaskan waters immediately presented a life-threatening situation for all four men who were suddenly thrown into the cold sound. The event triggered ...
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Last Seen: Sep 12, 2003

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    Hey everyone, I’ve been diving into the details surrounding the incident in Hoonah Sound, and some... ...Read More
    06/11/2024
    Does anyone know more about the weather conditions the day James's skiff sank in Hoonah Sound? I'm t... ...Read More
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