Martin Keith Burleson, aged 23, was last seen in San Francisco, California, on October 15, 1973. Born on October 9, 1950, Burleson had brown hair, blue eyes, and stood about 5'11" tall, weighing 150 pounds. He had previously informed his mother on October 1 that he intended to move back to their family home in Live Oak, California, but he never made it, and no one has heard from him since.
At the time of his disappearance, Burleson was not known to be in possession of any specific personal belongings, and few details regarding his circumstances prior to going missing are available. It is unclear why Burleson may have used an alias, such as "David Bartholemew," but the use of this name raises questions about whether he was living under some form of duress or attempting to evade certain individuals. His family remained unaware of any specific threats or challenges that might have prompted this behavior, though his disappearance remains classified as an "endangered missing" case.
Investigators have been limited in their progress over the years due to a lack of concrete evidence or witnesses who might provide more insight into what happened after Burleson’s last phone call. The San Francisco Police Department remains the primary agency handling his case, with DNA and other identifying data available in the event any remains are discovered.
Despite the passage of time, his case continues to be of interest to law enforcement, cold case enthusiasts, and websites dedicated to missing persons. However, no substantial breakthroughs have been made, leaving his fate a mystery.Last Seen: Oct 15, 1973
