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Mark Thomas Newman
MissingPetersburg, Petersburg, Alaska, USA
Overview
Date last seen: February 3, 2008
Location last seen: Petersburg, Alaska
Main Circumstances
- Mark Thomas Newman disappeared from Petersburg, Alaska, in early February 2008.
- Family and friends reported having no contact with him after February 3, 2008.
- His disappearance remains unsolved and he is still classified as a missing person.
- There is no public evidence that his remains have been found or that anyone has been charged in connection with his disappearance.
Detailed Case Breakdown
Mark Thomas Newman (2008) Missing Person Case – Petersburg, Alaska
Brief Summary
Date last seen: February 3, 2008
Location last seen: Petersburg, Alaska
Main Circumstances
- Mark Thomas Newman disappeared from Petersburg, Alaska, in early February 2008.
- Family and friends reported having no contact with him after February 3, 2008.
- His disappearance remains unsolved and he is still classified as a missing person.
- There is no public evidence that his remains have been found or that anyone has been charged in connection with his disappearance.
Mark Thomas Newman Missing Person Case: What Happened in Petersburg, Alaska?
Mark Thomas Newman vanished from Petersburg, Alaska, on February 3, 2008, leaving behind one of the state’s long-standing unresolved missing person investigations. More than eighteen years later, investigators continue to classify the case as active, but few details surrounding his disappearance have been publicly released.
Newman was 46 years old when he disappeared. According to publicly available missing person records, he stood approximately 5 feet 5 inches tall, weighed about 130 pounds, and had brown hair. Friends and family reported him missing after they were unable to contact him following early February 2008.
Unlike many missing person cases, authorities have released very little information regarding Newman’s activities immediately before he disappeared. No publicly available reports describe where he was headed, who he was last seen with, or what clothing he was wearing. Investigators also have not publicly identified any suspects or persons of interest.
Petersburg is a small island community in Southeast Alaska that is accessible primarily by air or sea. The region’s rugged coastline, dense forests, and challenging weather conditions can complicate search efforts and investigations involving missing persons.
The Alaska Department of Public Safety continues to maintain Newman’s case through the state’s Missing Persons Clearinghouse. His information is also entered into the National Missing and Unidentified Persons System (NamUs), allowing law enforcement agencies nationwide to compare unidentified human remains and missing person records.
Latest Investigation Information
As of 2026, there have been no publicly announced major breaks in Mark Thomas Newman’s disappearance. Authorities continue to list him as a missing person, indicating the investigation remains open. No arrests, criminal charges, or confirmed discoveries of human remains connected to the case have been publicly announced.
Anyone with information is encouraged to contact the investigating agency or Alaska’s Missing Persons Clearinghouse.
Social Media, News and Case Links:
NamUs: Mark’s Page
Alaska Gov Page: Missing Person’s Hot Sheets
Uncovered: Mark’s Page
Crime Tea: Mark’s Page
Crime Solver Central: Mark’s Page
Crime Solver Central: Vanished in the North Blog
Contact Information:
| Agency / Case | Contact |
|---|---|
| Alaska Missing Persons Clearinghouse | (907) 269-5038 (Hot Sheets) |
| Petersburg Police Department | (907) 772-3838 (Petersburg Alaska) |
| NamUs | MP66567 (Uncovered) |
Event Timeline Graph
| Date | Event |
|---|---|
| February 3, 2008 | Mark Thomas Newman was last seen in Petersburg, Alaska. (Uncovered) |
| February 2008 | Family and friends reported him missing after losing contact with him. (Uncovered) |
| 2008–Present | Investigation remains open with the Alaska Department of Public Safety and cooperating agencies. (Hot Sheets) |
| 2026 | No publicly announced arrests or significant investigative developments have been released; Newman remains listed as a missing person. (Hot Sheets) |
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Map Location
Petersburg, Alaska
On February 3, 2008
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