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 traveling with Shaw to Las Vegas? What is their current status?
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Lead #2What was the planned route from Fontana to Las Vegas, and where might they have stopped?
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Lead #3Why has there been no contact from either Shaw or his companion for nearly 50 years?
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 day, nearly 50 years ago. The circumstances of their disappearance remain unexplained, and investigators are seeking information about what happened during their trip to Nevada.
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Lead #4What vehicle were they traveling in, and has it ever been located?
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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.
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1977-05-14
Last seen leaving Fontana
Robert Eugene Shaw was last seen by his sister leaving Fontana, CA with a friend, stating they were heading to Las Vegas
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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