Name: Christopher P Harper
Age: 38 years old
Last Seen: November 15, 2024
Location: Burlington, Vermont
Status: Still missing
Case Information
38 year old Christopher Harper was last seen around North Street in Burlington, Vermont on November 15, 2024. He hasn’t been seen or heard from since.
Background
Christopher was born and raised in suburban Delaware. He attended Johnson State College where he studied alternative medicine.
Chris worked a range of jobs, but struggled with substance abuse issues. He started with alcohol, then moved on to harder drugs which made him susceptible to bouts of paranoia and anxiety.
He moved into a sober house in Colchester in 2023. After being pushed out of the sober house, he moved into a homeless shelter in Burlington.
Disappearance
In November 2024, Christopher was living in Burlington, Vermont. He was struggling with substance abuse and homelessness at the time.
The last confirmed sighting of Christoper was around North Street in Burlington on November 15, 2024. He was last seen leaving a homeless shelter, carrying a hiking pack, walking stick, and long skateboard.
His family reported him missing to the Burlington Police Department on November 25, 2024. They say it’s uncharacteristic of him to be out of contact with them for more than a day.
Christopher has ties to the Burlington and Jefferson areas of Vermont.
Investigation
Authorities have conducted numerous interviews and searched Christopher’s phone data, financial accounts, and social media, but have found no solid clues as to his whereabouts.
His google search history from November 15 included local car repair shops, a roofing company, and whether disconnecting his phone battery would prevent it from running out of juice.
On November 18, 2024, Christopher’s debit card was used to make a $7 purchase from a store in the Old North End. By the time authorities got to the store the surveillance footage had been erased.
His checking account, which had about $500, hasn’t been touched since.
Appearance
Christopher has grey/brown hair, blue eyes, stands 5’8 tall, and weighs 145-160 pounds.
Clothing & Accessories:
Chris was last seen wearing a winter coat, dark cargo pants, a walking stick, and longboard.
Investigating Agency
If you have any information regarding the disappearance of Christopher Harper please contact the Burlington Police Department at (802) 658-2704.
Harper’s family is offering a $5,000 reward for information that leads to his location.
Resources & Further Information
Christopher P Harper – NamUs
Missing Persons Report – Burlington Police Department
Where Is Christopher Harper? Missing Burlington Man’s Parents Desperate For Answers – Hindustan Times
A Retired Couple Searches For Their Missing Son in Vermont – Seven Days
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