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Robert Julian Luka
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Missing Person: Robert Julian Luka
Justice for Robert Julian Luka — the trail went cold in 2026, but the truth hasn't.
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Lead #1How did Robert disappear from a commercial fishing vessel? Was he swept overboard, did he jump, or did something else occur?
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Lead #2Were there other crew members aboard the Bearcat who can provide details about Robert's last movements and the vessel's activities that evening?
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Lead #3What was the condition of the vessel and were there any signs of struggle or distress reported by crew members?
Robert Julian Luka, a 44-year-old commercial fisherman, disappeared from the fishing vessel "Bearcat" on January 11, 2026, at approximately 10 p.m. off Cortez, Florida. The circumstances of how he left the vessel remain unknown, raising questions about whether he fell overboard, was injured, or abandoned ship. His case remains open and investigators are seeking any information about his whereabouts or what happened that night.
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Lead #4Has the search area around Cortez been thoroughly investigated for any signs of Robert or evidence related to his disappearance?
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NamUs case MP154180. Missing person: Robert Julian Luka.
Last known contact: 2026-01-11 in Cortez, Manatee, FL. Circumstances: Robert was last seen on the Commercial Fishing Vessel named the "Bearcat" on 01/11/26 at approximately 2200 hours.
It is unknown how Robert disappeared from the Vessel. Demographics: 44 years, Male, White / Caucasian.
Physical description: 5 ft 10 in, 180 lbs, hair: Gray or Partially Gray, eyes: Hazel. Clothing and accessories: Accessories: Brown/tan hat; Clothing: Grey t-shirt and greyish blue shorts; Footwear: Camo crocs.
Investigating agency: Pasco County Sheriff's Office | 26001290 | 2026-01-12.
Timeline of Events
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2026-01-11
22:00Last seen on fishing vessel
Robert Julian Luka was last seen on the Commercial Fishing Vessel named the "Bearcat" at approximately 2200 hours. Circumstances of his disappearance from the vessel are unknown.
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Case Information
Incident:January 11, 2026 at 10:00 PM
Last Updated:August 17, 2026
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Case Information
Incident:January 11, 2026 at 10:00 PM
Last Updated:August 17, 2026
Have Information?
Any information, no matter how small, could be crucial to solving this case.
Phone: 7278475878
You can remain anonymous