Overview

• Christophe Barbereau, a 44-year-old philosophy teacher, disappeared on May 11, 2025, after leaving his home in Reventin-Vaugris on his motorcycle.
• His motorcycle was found abandoned near a hiking trail in Doizieux, Loire, five days after his disappearance, but no other significant clues have been uncovered.
• A large search operation on May 25, involving 200 volunteers in the Pilat region, yielded no conclusive results, prompting plans to expand efforts to Ardèche and Haute-Savoie.
• Barbereau's phone was last active on May 19, 2025, receiving WhatsApp messages, though his exact location remains unknown.
• While a letter allegedly suggesting suicidal intent was found at his home, his family disputes this, noting his optimism about a potential transfer to Canada or Ardèche.