
The person at the center of this case
Robert Clifton Newell
Justice for Robert Clifton Newell — the trail went cold in 1974, but the truth hasn't.
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Why was Mr. Newell carrying a suitcase on Christmas Eve—was he planning to travel or leave the area?
The distinctive green and red checked suitcase could be a key identifier if recovered.
What circumstances led to his disappearance and why has the case remained unsolved for over five decades?
Robert Clifton Newell, a 64-year-old man, disappeared on or about Christmas Eve 1974 from Washington, D.C., last seen in the Langdon Park area carrying a distinctive green and red checked suitcase. Despite being reported missing over 50 years ago, the circumstances of his disappearance remain unclear and his whereabouts are unknown. Anyone with information about Mr. Newell's fate is urged to contact the DC Metropolitan Police Department.
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Official wording
NamUs case MP38318. Missing person: Robert Clifton Newell.
Last known contact: 1974-12-24 in Washington, District of Columbia, DC. Circumstances: Robert C.
Newell was last seen on or about Christmas Eve, 1974. His last known address was in Langdon Park area of WDC.
Mr. Newell walked with a noticeable limp.
Demographics: 64 years, Male, White / Caucasian. Physical description: 5 ft 6 in, 190 lbs, hair: Brown, eyes: Brown.
Clothing and accessories: Accessories: Last seen carrying a green and red checked suitcase.. Investigating agency: DC Metropolitan Police Department Headquarters | NOT PROVIDED | 2008-11-01.
Robert Clifton Newell was last seen on or about Christmas Eve 1974 in the Langdon Park area of Washington, DC, carrying a green and red checked suitcase.
Any information, no matter how small, could be crucial to solving this case.
Any information, no matter how small, could be crucial to solving this case.