The Vermont State Police are asking for the public’s help to locate Christopher Tate, a 42-year-old man reported missing from a residence on Vermont Route 103 in Cavendish. Police say Tate left the home on the morning of July 9 and his whereabouts remain unknown.
What police say
According to a news release from the Vermont Department of Public Safety, the report was taken on July 10 at about 5:09 p.m. The missing-person case is listed under case number 26B1006079 and handled by Trooper Tyler Breen from the Westminster station.
Tate is described in the release as approximately 5 feet 9 inches tall and weighing about 160 pounds. He was last seen wearing black shorts, a red t-shirt, a black sweatshirt and a cap. The release notes Tate’s city of residence as Brattleboro.
How to help
The Vermont State Police ask anyone who has seen Tate or who has information about his whereabouts to contact the Westminster Barracks at 802-722-4600. The department’s release indicates a photograph was attached to the notice; the photo may assist in identifying him.
- Missing person: Christopher Tate, age 42
- Last reported: Left residence on Route 103 in Cavendish on July 9 at about 8 a.m.
- Reported to police: July 10 at approximately 5:09 p.m.
- Contact: Vermont State Police, Westminster Barracks — 802-722-4600
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Case number | 26B1006079 |
| Reporting trooper/station | Trooper Tyler Breen, Westminster Barracks |
| Physical description | Approx. 5'9", 160 lbs |
| Clothing last seen wearing | Black shorts, red t-shirt, black sweatshirt, cap |
Residents who travel Route 103 or who live in Cavendish and nearby communities should check their properties and any security footage if available and report anything relevant to the Westminster Barracks. Law enforcement often asks the public to check trails, outbuildings and vehicles, especially when a person has been missing for multiple days.
The Vermont State Police release provides the primary contact number for tips; callers with video, photos, or recent sightings should be prepared to share times and locations to help investigators narrow search efforts.
News Block will update this report as authorities release more information.
