
The person at the center of this case
Robert Eugene Shaw
Justice for Robert Eugene Shaw — the trail went cold in 1977, but the truth hasn't.
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Who was the friend traveling with Shaw, and what is their current status?
What vehicle were Shaw and his companion traveling in?
Did they reach Las Vegas or disappear en route?
Robert Eugene Shaw, a 38-year-old white male, was last seen on May 14, 1977, leaving Fontana, California with a friend, reportedly heading to Las Vegas. Neither Shaw nor his companion have been heard from since that date, nearly 50 years ago. The case remains unsolved, and investigators seek any information about their whereabouts or what may have happened during their journey.
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Were there any witnesses to their departure or travel along the route?
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Official wording
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.
Robert Eugene Shaw was last seen leaving Fontana, CA with a friend, reportedly heading to Las Vegas
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Any information, no matter how small, could be crucial to solving this case.