The person at the center of this case
Robert Eugene Shaw
Missing Person · Open
49 years waiting · since 1977
Missing Person: Robert Eugene Shaw
Justice for Robert Eugene Shaw — the trail went cold in 1977, but the truth hasn't.
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Key leads to think about
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person
Lead #1Who was the friend Shaw was traveling with to Las Vegas, and what is their account of the trip?
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vehicle
Lead #2What vehicle were Shaw and his companion traveling in, and has it ever been located?
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witness
Lead #3Did anyone observe Shaw and his companion during their journey from Fontana to Las Vegas?
Robert Eugene Shaw, a 38-year-old man, was last seen on May 14, 1977, leaving Fontana, California with a friend, reportedly heading to Las Vegas. Nearly five decades later, Shaw's whereabouts remain unknown, and no confirmed contact has been established since his departure. The case remains open with the Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department, and anyone with information about Shaw's travels or fate is urged to come forward.
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clue
Lead #4Why has there been no contact or sighting of Shaw in nearly 50 years—did he reach Las Vegas or disappear en route?
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Source Narrative
NamUs case MP25615. Missing person: Robert Eugene Shaw.
Last known contact: 1977-05-14 in Fontana, San Bernardino, CA. Circumstances: Bobby Shaw was last seen leaving Fontana, CA with a friend by his sister.
They were going to Las Vegas, but they have never been heard from since. Demographics: 38 years, Male, White / Caucasian.
Physical description: 5 ft 8 in, 196 lbs, hair: Black, eyes: Brown. Investigating agency: Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department | 140724-1583 / 77-22459.
Timeline of Events
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1977-05-14
Last Seen Leaving Fontana
Robert Eugene Shaw was last seen leaving Fontana, CA with a friend, reportedly heading to Las Vegas. No contact has been established since this date.
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Case Information
Incident:May 14, 1977
Last Updated:June 30, 2026
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Case Information
Incident:May 14, 1977
Last Updated:June 30, 2026
Have Information?
Any information, no matter how small, could be crucial to solving this case.
Phone: 7028282907
You can remain anonymous