George James LaForest, 45, vanished from Indian Lake, New York, after being last seen at about 1:30 p.m. on April 21, 2006, at a seasonal camp in the Adirondack Mountains where he was staying. An experienced outdoorsman who fished, hunted and snowmobiled in the area, he didn’t show up for work or a scheduled meeting, prompting concern.

On April 25 his pickup was found abandoned at a trailhead near the Cedar River, a popular spot for local fishermen. The vehicle still contained his wallet, cell phone, ATM and credit cards, several packs of cigarettes and fishing gear. He was described as a heavy smoker and had a previously broken lower right leg and a scar on the top of his right hand. Extensive searches turned up no trace and the disappearance remains unsolved.

Anyone who knew George’s routines around Indian Lake or who has information about his movements that day is asked to contact the New York State Police.