The person at the center of this case
Marilyn J. Roberts
Missing Person · Open
38 years waiting · since 1988
Missing Person: Marilyn J. Roberts
Justice for Marilyn J. Roberts — the trail went cold in 1988, but the truth hasn't.
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witness
Lead #1Did anyone see Marilyn Roberts in New Bedford during late March or April 1988? Any sightings or interactions could be crucial.
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clue
Lead #2Why did Marilyn disappear with only the clothes on her back? Was she planning to leave or was she taken unexpectedly?
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contact
Lead #3What was Marilyn's last known contact or communication before her disappearance? Who did she interact with?
Marilyn J. Roberts, a 33-year-old woman, was last seen in New Bedford, Massachusetts in April 1988. She disappeared without explanation, leaving behind only the clothes she was wearing—blue jeans, a shirt, and sneakers. Despite decades passing, the circumstances of her disappearance remain unclear, and investigators continue to seek information from anyone who may have encountered her or witnessed relevant events.
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Source Narrative
NamUs case MP7821. Missing person: Marilyn J.
Roberts. Last known contact: 1988-03-31 in New Bedford, Bristol, MA.
Circumstances: Marilyn Roberts was last seen in New Bedford in April, 1988. Demographics: 33 years, Female, White / Caucasian.
Physical description: 5 ft 4 in, 110 lbs, hair: Brown, eyes: Brown. Clothing and accessories: Clothing: Blue jeans and shirt; Footwear: Sneakers.
Investigating agency: Massachusetts State Police | 8810470980542.
Timeline of Events
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1988-04-01
Last Seen
Marilyn J. Roberts was last seen in New Bedford, Massachusetts in April 1988.
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Case Information
Incident:April 1, 1988
Last Updated:September 26, 2026
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Case Information
Incident:April 1, 1988
Last Updated:September 26, 2026
Have Information?
Any information, no matter how small, could be crucial to solving this case.
Phone: 5089970711
You can remain anonymous