The person at the center of this case
Steven Lewis Ericson
Missing Person · Open
54 years waiting · since 1972
Missing Person: Steven Lewis Ericson
Justice for Steven Lewis Ericson — the trail went cold in 1972, but the truth hasn't.
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Key leads to think about
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person
Lead #1What were Steven's activities and associations in Grass Valley during the weeks prior to his disappearance?
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witness
Lead #2Were there any witnesses to Steven's movements or interactions on June 1, 1972?
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clue
Lead #3Why did Steven disappear without contact for over 50 years—was it voluntary departure or foul play?
Steven Lewis Ericson, an 18-year-old male, disappeared on June 1, 1972, in Grass Valley, Nevada County, California. He was last seen on that date and has not been located despite decades of investigation. The case remains unsolved, and anyone with information about his whereabouts or circumstances of his disappearance is urged to contact the Nevada County Sheriff's Office.
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NamUs case MP50743. Missing person: Steven Lewis Ericson.
Last known contact: 1972-06-01 in Grass Valley, Nevada, CA. Circumstances: Steven was last seen on June 01, 1972.
Demographics: 18 years, Male, White / Caucasian. Physical description: 5 ft 10 in, 170 lbs, hair: Blond/Strawberry, eyes: Hazel.
Investigating agency: Nevada County Sheriff's Office | 11800985.
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1972-06-01
Last Seen
Steven Lewis Ericson was last seen on June 1, 1972 in Grass Valley, Nevada, CA
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Case Information
Incident:June 1, 1972
Last Updated:July 8, 2026
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Case Information
Incident:June 1, 1972
Last Updated:July 8, 2026
Have Information?
Any information, no matter how small, could be crucial to solving this case.
Phone: 5302651471
You can remain anonymous