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Pocatello Police Department
Thursday January 8th, 2026 :: 05:03 p.m. MST

Advisory

Missing Person: Matthew Apted

We are asking for the public’s assistance in locating Matthew Stuart Apted. He is considered a critically missing endangered person and may be suffering from mental health issues and suicidal ideations. Matthew left his apartment and belongings in a damaged state at the end of September 2025. He continued to speak with family on the phone through text and phone calls until December 16, 2025 where he said he would be boarding a plane to Colorado on December 23, 2025. Matthew has not been heard from since.

The last known clothing description was of Matthew wearing a long trench coat and was seen walking around Yellowstone in Pocatello Idaho.

If you have seen Matthew or know where he may be, please contact the Pocatello Police Department at (208)234-6100.
 

Address/Location
Pocatello Police Department
911 N 7th Ave
Pocatello, ID 83201

Contact
Emergency: 9-1-1
Non-emergencies: 208-234-6100

Lt. Josh Hancock
Community Services
[email protected]
208-234-6111

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