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Robert Harris Missing Person Case

Last seen in Jamestown, Rhode Island on Nov 5, 1985

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Victim Details

Aug 22, 2014

Apr 27, 2020

Robert

Harris

62

21

71 inches

172 lbs

White / Caucasian

Male

Nov 5, 1985

Jamestown

Rhode Island

Newport County

5574

Jamestown Police Department

Jamestown

Rhode Island

Newport County

02835

250 Conanicus Avenue, Rhode Island

4014231212

Local

Law Enforcement

85-645

Nov 5, 1985

Jamestown Police Department

Brown

Unknown

Unknown

Oct 16, 2026


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Case Description

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Summary based on the NamUs case record (MP25796) and 12 other sources
On November 5, 1985, 21-year-old Robert W. Harris and his 20-year-old brother, Stephen J. Harris, were reported missing from Jamestown, Rhode Island. The brothers had left a note at their home indicating they were going fishing at Fort Wetherill State Park and planned to return by 4:00 PM that afternoon. When they did not come home as expected, their father grew concerned and went to their fishing spot to look for them.

Upon arriving at Fort Wetherill, the brothers' father discovered their car, which was parked and locked. Nearby, on the rocks, he found one of their fishing poles and a bait container. There was no sign of Robert or Stephen, and an extensive search of the area was subsequently launched. Despite these efforts, the brothers have not been seen or heard from since. The Jamestown Police Department is the investigating agency for this case.

At the time of his disappearance, Robert Harris was described as a white male, 5'11" tall, and weighing approximately 172 pounds, with brown hair. Details about the clothing the brothers were wearing are unknown, though it has been noted that one of them often wore a red vest. The prevailing theory is that the brothers were swept into the water and drowned. Their cases are listed in the National Missing and Unidentified Persons System.
Last Seen: Nov 5, 1985

Links to Additional Sources (12)

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  • Robert Harris | Unidentified Wiki - Fandom
  • Major Robert Harris of
  • Robert Harris Sr. (abt.1626-1701) | WikiTree FREE Family Tree
  • Update: Missing 16-year-old located and is safe - YourErie.com
  • Disappearance of Stephen and Robert Harris. - Count Every Mystery
  • JHS History - Jamestown Historical Society
  • Registered sex offenders in Jamestown, North Dakota - City-Data.com
  • The Disappearance of Robert and Stephen Harris Robert W. Harris ...
  • ‍♂️ The Disappearance of Robert and Stephen Harris ?️ Robert ...
  • RI - Stephen, 20, & Robert Harris, 21, Jamestown, 5 Nov 1985
  • 5537DMRI - Robert W. Harris - Doe Network
  • Robert and Stephen Harris disappearance in Jamestown, Rhode ...

    • Possible Unidentified Matches (10)

    Unidentified remains cases whose details are consistent with this person, ranked by how closely they compare. Fields that are unknown in either case are left out of the score.

    79%Possible
    John Doe — Sharon, Massachusetts - unidentified case UP16369
    John Doe — Sharon, Massachusetts
    UP16369 • Found Jun 6, 1986
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 18–22 vs 21
    Race 100%White
    Location 91%44 mi away
    TimingFound 7 months after last seen
    Height 68%5'8" vs 5'11"
    Weight 77%135 lb vs 172 lb
    Hair 60%Black vs Brown
    78%Possible
    John Doe — Methuen, Massachusetts - unidentified case UP14202
    John Doe — Methuen, Massachusetts
    UP14202 • Found Oct 28, 2000
    View case
    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 35–45 vs 21 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 79%85 mi away
    TimingFound 15 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'11"–6'5" vs 5'11"
    Weight 100%165 lb vs 172 lb
    Hair 100%Brown vs Brown
    77%Possible
    John Doe — New York, New York - unidentified case UP8460
    John Doe — New York, New York
    UP8460 • Found Aug 20, 1992
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 20–35 vs 21 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 66%147 mi away
    TimingFound 7 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'10" vs 5'11"
    Weight 100%175 lb vs 172 lb
    Hair 100%Brown vs Brown
    77%Possible
    John Doe — Block Island, Rhode Island
    UP12707 • Found Jan 11, 1992
    View case
    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 21–26 vs 21 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 96%26 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 6 years after last seen
    Height 68%5'8" vs 5'11"
    77%Possible
    John Doe — Brooklyn, New York - unidentified case UP8534
    John Doe — Brooklyn, New York
    UP8534 • Found Sep 7, 1990
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 20–30 vs 21 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 66%145 mi away
    TimingFound 5 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'10" vs 5'11"
    Weight 83%140 lb vs 172 lb
    Hair 100%Brown vs Brown
    76%Possible
    John Doe — Westbrook, Connecticut
    UP14439 • Found Sep 30, 1986
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 18–30 vs 21
    Race 100%White
    Location 87%58 mi away
    TimingFound 11 months after last seen
    76%Possible
    John Doe — New York, New York - unidentified case UP7760
    John Doe — New York, New York
    UP7760 • Found Jan 30, 1994
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 25–35 vs 21 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 66%147 mi away
    TimingFound 8 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'10" vs 5'11"
    Weight 77%135 lb vs 172 lb
    Hair 100%Brown vs Brown
    76%Possible
    John Doe — Pennsylvania - unidentified case UP6859
    John Doe — Pennsylvania
    UP6859 • Found Aug 2, 1986
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 16–21 vs 21
    Race 100%White
    Location 47%280 mi away
    TimingFound 9 months after last seen
    Height 100%5'10" vs 5'11"
    Weight 100%180 lb vs 172 lb
    Hair 100%Brown vs Brown
    75%Possible
    John Doe — Somerville, Massachusetts - unidentified case UP14725
    John Doe — Somerville, Massachusetts
    UP14725 • Found Dec 13, 2009
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 44–46 vs 21 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 85%63 mi away
    TimingFound 24 years after last seen
    Height 68%5'8" vs 5'11"
    Weight 100%182 lb vs 172 lb
    Hair 100%Brown vs Brown
    75%Possible
    John Doe — New York, New York - unidentified case UP5231
    John Doe — New York, New York
    UP5231 • Found Jun 7, 2008
    View case
    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 30–45 vs 21 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 66%147 mi away
    TimingFound 23 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'11" vs 5'11"
    Weight 100%181 lb vs 172 lb
    Hair 100%Brown vs Brown

    These comparisons are generated automatically from public NamUs case data and are not confirmed identifications. Only DNA, dental or fingerprint comparison by investigators can confirm an identity. If you believe two cases are connected, contact the agency handling the unidentified case.

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