On Nov. 11, SMU law professor Charles Hosch vanished while hiking near Blood Mountain in northern Georgia, prompting a massive volunteer search that continues in freezing temperatures.
The Disappearance
Hosch was last seen on Nov. 11 while trekking the rugged and heavily traveled section of the Appalachian Trail near Blood Mountain. The professor, who teaches at Southern Methodist University, had been hiking alone and was not heard from again.
The Search Efforts
More than 70 volunteers returned to the area last weekend, braving sub‑zero temperatures to comb the trails for any sign of the missing professor. The search covered the same initial areas that were first examined after his disappearance.
Volunteers and Community Support
The family of missing SMU professor Charles Hosch was joined by dozens of volunteers from Texas, Georgia and beyond. Their willingness to keep searching has been described by the family as a testament to the community that Hosch built during his career.
Family Reaction
Julia Hosch Singh, the professor’s daughter, said she has been overwhelmed by the generosity of the volunteers. She expressed deep sadness and a longing for a different outcome.
“I’m overwhelmed by the kindness of people from all over,” she said. “We’re obviously very sad. I think that goes without saying, how much we miss Dad and how much we wish for a different outcome,” said Julia Hosch Singh. “I think that thoroughness and that people are still willing to keep going with us are because of Dad and the community that Dad has built.”
Volunteer Impact
The volunteers have revisited many of the initial search zones, but so far, there is still no sign of Charles Hosch. The persistent efforts demonstrate the community’s commitment to finding answers.
K‑9 Search
A K‑9 group is expected to continue searching the area. The dogs are trained to detect human scent and may help locate the professor if he is still in the vicinity.
Key Takeaways
- Charles Hosch, an SMU law professor, disappeared on Nov. 11 while hiking near Blood Mountain.
- More than 70 volunteers, including those from Texas and Georgia, are conducting a large‑scale search in freezing conditions.
- A K‑9 team is slated to continue the search, but no trace of Hosch has been found yet.
The search for Charles Hosch remains ongoing, with volunteers and law students alike hoping for a breakthrough that could bring closure to his family and the wider community.
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