Melville Edward Whittum, 82, was last seen at his home in Camptonville, California, on January 1, 1979. He is described as 5 feet 8 inches, about 145 pounds, with brown hair and brown eyes. Investigators have classified him as an endangered missing person.

Very few details are available about the circumstances of his disappearance, and no trace of Whittum has been found. The Yuba County Sheriff’s Office continues to handle the case and says no significant leads have emerged.

If anyone knew Melville Whittum, his routines, or was in Camptonville around January 1, 1979, please contact the Yuba County Sheriff’s Office with any information.