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Rob Garrett
Missing Person · Open
45 years waiting · since 1981
Missing Person: Rob Garrett
Justice for Rob Garrett — the trail went cold in 1981, but the truth hasn't.
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evidence
Lead #1What was found in the recovered backpack and what did it reveal about their plans or circumstances?
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witness
Lead #2Were there any witnesses to the boating accident or anyone who saw the men that day?
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location
Lead #3Why were searches of Kenai Lake unsuccessful—what water conditions or terrain complications may have hindered recovery efforts?
Rob Garrett, a 28-year-old man with red hair and blue eyes, went missing on May 20, 1981, after a boating accident on Kenai Lake near Porcupine Island in Alaska alongside Paul Todesco. The boat, motor, and a backpack were recovered, but neither man was found despite extensive searches of the area. The case remains unsolved after more than four decades, and investigators continue to seek information about the circumstances of the accident and any potential survivors.
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person
Lead #4What was the relationship between Rob Garrett and Paul Todesco, and what was the purpose of their boating trip?
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clue
Lead #5Could the recovery of the boat and motor but not the men suggest they abandoned the vessel, or does it indicate a more tragic outcome?
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Source Narrative
NamUs case MP67234. Missing person: Rob Garrett.
Last known contact: 1981-05-20 in Soldotna, Kenai Peninsula, AK. Circumstances: Rob and Paul Todesco (MP #67014) went missing after a boating accident on Kenai Lake near Porcupine Island.
The boat, motor and a backpack were located. Searches of the area were unsuccessful in locating them.
Demographics: 28 years, Male, White / Caucasian. Physical description: 6 ft 0 in, 160 lbs, hair: Red/Auburn, eyes: Blue.
Clothing and accessories: Accessories: Red bandana around head; Clothing: Blue jeans; Footwear: White tennis shoes/sneakers. Investigating agency: Alaska State Troopers | C81001824 | 1981-05-21.
Timeline of Events
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1981-05-20
Boating accident on Kenai Lake
Rob Garrett and Paul Todesco went missing after a boating accident on Kenai Lake near Porcupine Island. The boat, motor, and a backpack were located.
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1981-05-21
Investigation initiated
Alaska State Troopers began investigation (Case C81001824). Searches of the area were unsuccessful in locating either man.
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Case Information
Incident:May 20, 1981
Last Updated:May 21, 2026
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Case Information
Incident:May 20, 1981
Last Updated:May 21, 2026
Have Information?
Any information, no matter how small, could be crucial to solving this case.
Phone: 9072695511
You can remain anonymous