Dpifanio P. Sedano, also known as Epifanio Petula Sedano, was 81 when he disappeared at the confluence of the Kenai and Russian Rivers in Soldotna, Alaska, on July 5, 1981. He was last seen suddenly swept downstream by the river’s powerful current. The Alaska State Troopers opened missing person case C81002521.

At the time he went missing he was described as Asian, 5 feet 3 inches tall, about 140 pounds, with black hair and brown eyes. He reportedly wore olive green chest waders, a sage green Air Force parka, and a white or orange ball cap.

The circumstances recorded point to a sudden, accidental disappearance in a dangerous natural setting; his fate remains unknown. If anyone knew Dpifanio Sedano, saw him at the river that day, or has information that could help, please share what is known.