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Michael Johnston Missing Person Case

Last seen in Brigham City, Utah on Jul 22, 1981

Victim Details

Jun 14, 2012

Jul 21, 2023

Michael

Johnston

76

32

71 inches

160 lbs

165 lbs

White / Caucasian

Male

Jul 22, 1981

Brigham City

Utah

Box Elder County

31200

Brigham City Police Department

Brigham City

Utah

Box Elder County

84302

20 North Main Street, Utah

4357235227

Local

Law Enforcement

81-03907

1981-07-22

Brigham City Police Department

Brown

Blue

Blue

07/16/2026


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Michael Guy Johnston, 32, was last seen on July 22, 1981, in Brigham City, Utah. On the night of his disappearance, Johnston had met Debbie Griffiths at a local bar. They played pool and spent time together, much to the jealousy of Rudy Matthew Rebeterano, Griffiths' ex-husband. Griffiths and Rebeterano had a turbulent relationship, with his jealousy having led to violent outbursts in the past.

Early in the morning of July 22, Johnston accompanied Griffiths back to her apartment. U ...
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Last Seen: Jul 22, 1981

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  • Michael Guy JOHNSTON | DPS – Criminal Identification (BCI)
  • Michael Guy Johnston - The Charley Project
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