The search for Charles Hosch, a law professor from Texas who went missing on November 11, 2025, continues as family and volunteers persist in their efforts to locate him. According to authorities, the 67-year-old was last spotted while hiking near Blood Mountain in Georgia, a popular spot on the Appalachian Trail.
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Law enforcement agencies, including the Union County Sheriff’s Office (UCSO), reported that Hosch was last seen “descending from the top of Blood Mountain.” His disappearance coincided with an outing during a visit to his brother in Gainesville, Georgia, as revealed by his law partner, Kate Morris. Following his disappearance, initial search operations were conducted but were temporarily halted two weeks later due to a lack of new leads.
Despite the pause in official search efforts, Hosch’s family and volunteers have taken it upon themselves to continue the search. In March 2026, volunteers from several states, including Tennessee, Alabama, North Carolina, and Georgia, convened to conduct another search. His daughter, Julia Hosch-Singh, expressed gratitude for the commitment shown by volunteers, stating, “It is just humbling to see so many people dedicated to finding him.”
Hosch’s law firm, Hosch & Morris, PLLC, described him as a Harvard Law School graduate who has contributed over three decades to mentoring law students at SMU Dedman School of Law. The firm also highlighted his long-standing involvement with the local community, mentioning his time as an Eagle Scout and his role as a Sunday school teacher at University Park United Methodist Church.
As the months progressed without any sign of Hosch, the family created a dedicated website, BringCharlesHome.com, to provide updates and seek assistance in the search. The latest information shared on the website indicated that search experts carried out a multi-agency operation over the weekend, unfortunately with no new discoveries. Nonetheless, the family remains hopeful and mentioned that new search strategies will be developed in the coming weeks.
The terrain along Blood Mountain has proven to be particularly challenging for search teams. Family members noted that dense vegetation, such as rhododendron, and rugged rocks create a complicated landscape where it would be easy for a hiker to sustain an injury or become disoriented. Despite ongoing efforts, attempts to locate Hosch’s mobile phone have been unsuccessful. His family suspects the device may have died prior to his disappearance.
In support of the search endeavours, $80,000 has been raised through a GoFundMe campaign. The family underscored the urgency of the situation, explaining that “time is critical” in locating Hosch. They have requested anyone who was hiking in the Blood Mountain area between 1:30 p.m. and 5 p.m. on the day he went missing to come forward, stressing that even seemingly trivial information could significantly aid in the search efforts.
For those with any information regarding Hosch’s whereabouts, authorities have urged them to contact the Union County Emergency Operations Centre at (706) 439-6091. Individuals located within Union County, Georgia, are also advised to call 911.
As the search continues, the efforts to locate Charles Hosch remain a testament to the dedication of his family, friends, and volunteers, each committed to supporting the hope of bringing him home safely. The impact of his disappearance reverberates throughout the local community, with many offering their assistance and prayers for his return.