Above Images: Thomson, circa 1979
Vital Statistics at Time of Disappearance
Vital Statistics at Time of Disappearance
Missing Since: July 1, 1979 from Minnetonka, Minnesota Classification: Endangered Missing Date Of Birth: February 9, 1947 Age: 32 years old Height and Weight: 5'8 - 5'10, 175 - 185 pounds Distinguishing Characteristics: Caucasian male. Brown hair, blue eyes. Thomson has a receding hairline, and his hair was shoulder-length at the time of his disappearance. His eyes may appear green. He has fractured his right arm and has a scar on his right elbow. He sustained injuries in a car accident in 1964; as a result, Thomson's left leg is three-eighths of an inch shorter than his right leg, and his left arm was foreshortened when his left shoulder shattered. His nickname is Chris and he may go by his middle name, Bird. Clothing/Jewelry Description: A flannel work shirt, blue jeans and a ying-yang necklace. Medical Conditions: Thomson is classified as disabled.
Details of Disappearance
Thomson was last seen standing by Highway 7 and Williston Road in Minnetoka, Minnesota on July 1, 1979. He was carrying a backpack, but had no other belongings with him. In the months after Thomson's disappearance, he is known to have worked for very brief periods in Denver, Colorado and Casper, Wyoming. There's been no sign of him since 1979, however, and his case remains unsolved.Texas authorities are assisting with Thomson's investigation.
Investigating Agency
Source Information
Updated 1 time since October 12, 2004.
Last updated May 1, 2009; two pictures and alternate height and weight added, distinguishing characteristics, clothing/jewelry description and details of disappearance updated.
If you have any information concerning this case, please contact:
Minnetonka Police Department
952-939-8500
OR
Texas Department of Public Safety
800-346-3243
Texas Department of Public Safety
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