Missing Since: 2023-10-03 Location: Koliganek, Alaska
Coopchiak was last seen in Koliganek, Alaska on October 3, 2023. She was fishing with her uncle near Suzie Creek on the Nushagak River. Coopchiak left alone in her uncle’s black Lund skiff with no AK numbers and has never been heard from again. At 12:29 p.m. on October 7, the skiff was found swamped near Lewis Point on the Nushagak River. Searchers also found Coopchiak’s rain pants. Coopchiak is presumed drowned, but her remains have never been found. Investigating Agency Alaska State Troopers 907-269-5511 Source Information NamUs Alaska Department of Public Safety Kelly Coopchiak’s Facebook Page Updated 1 time since October 12, 2004. Last updated June 11, 2025; casefile added.