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Kelly Morrissey Missing Person Case

Last seen in Lynbrook, New York on Jun 12, 1984

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Victim Details

Apr 15, 2010

Mar 14, 2022

Kelly

Morrissey

57

15

64 inches

130 lbs

White / Caucasian

Female

Jun 12, 1984

Lynbrook

New York

Nassau County

26803

Nassau County Police Department

Mineola

New York

Nassau County

11501

1490 Franklin Ave, New York

5165738800

County

Law Enforcement

www.pdcn.org

LYNCR563-84

Nassau County Police Department

Blond/Strawberry

Brown

Brown

Oct 18, 2026


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Case Description

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Summary based on the NamUs case record (MP6427) and 7 other sources
Kelly Morrissey, a 15-year-old girl from Lynbrook, New York, was last seen on June 12, 1984. On the day of her disappearance, Kelly had spent time with friends in her neighborhood before leaving to walk home. However, she never arrived, and her family quickly grew concerned when she didn’t return. After several hours passed with no word from her, they reported her missing, sparking an immediate investigation by local authorities.

Law enforcement began their search by retracing Kelly’s last known steps and interviewing friends, family members, and neighbors. Despite extensive efforts, including searches of the area where she was last seen, no significant leads were found. Investigators considered various possibilities, including whether Kelly had run away or met with foul play, but no clear evidence pointed to either scenario. Her disappearance shocked the community, as Kelly was known as a responsible teenager with no history of leaving home without informing her family.

As days turned into weeks, the case grew colder, with no new information or breakthroughs. Kelly’s family made public appeals for information, and her case received media attention in the hope that someone might come forward with useful details. Despite these efforts, Morrissey’s disappearance remains unsolved. Decades later, her family continues to seek answers, and law enforcement keeps the investigation open, hoping that one day new evidence will emerge to solve the mystery of what happened to Kelly Morrissey.
Last Seen: Jun 12, 1984

Links to Additional Sources (7)

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  • Kelly Eileen Morrissey - The Charley Project
  • Facebook clues in '84 vanish - New York Post
  • Decades later, still a mystery in Lynbrook - Newsday
  • 264DFNY - Kelly Eileen Morrissey - Doe Network
  • Facebook posts might re-heat 1984 Long Island cold case regarding ...
  • Facebook Helps Cops Revive Nassau Cold Case - NBC New York
  • The Disappearance of Kelly Morrissey : r/UnresolvedMysteries

    • 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.

    83%Moderate
    Jane Doe — Staten Island, New York - unidentified case UP6955
    Jane Doe — Staten Island, New York
    UP6955 • Found Sep 6, 1989
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    Sex ✓Female
    Age 100%Est. 18–30 vs 15 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 96%26 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 5 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'4" vs 5'4"
    Weight 89%110 lb vs 130 lb
    Hair 50%Brown vs Blond
    Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
    81%Moderate
    Jane Doe — Brooklyn, New York - unidentified case UP6805
    Jane Doe — Brooklyn, New York
    UP6805 • Found May 10, 1997
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    Sex ✓Female
    Age 100%Est. 16–25 vs 15 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 99%14 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 13 years after last seen
    Height 84%5'2" vs 5'4"
    Weight 97%115 lb vs 130 lb
    Hair 50%Brown vs Blond
    Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
    80%Moderate
    Jane Doe — New York, New York - unidentified case UP6124
    Jane Doe — New York, New York
    UP6124 • Found May 8, 1999
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    Sex ✓Female
    Age 100%Est. 25–35 vs 15 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 98%18 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 15 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'3" vs 5'4"
    Weight 100%125 lb vs 130 lb
    Hair 50%Brown vs Blond
    79%Possible
    Jane Doe — New York, New York - unidentified case UP14585
    Jane Doe — New York, New York
    UP14585 • Found Sep 30, 2014
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    Sex ✓Female
    Age 100%Est. 25–35 vs 15 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 98%18 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 30 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'3" vs 5'4"
    Weight 100%117 lb vs 130 lb
    Hair 50%Brown vs Blond
    79%Possible
    Jane Doe — Hoboken, New Jersey - unidentified case UP1454
    Jane Doe — Hoboken, New Jersey
    UP1454 • Found Feb 9, 2005
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    Sex ✓Female
    Age 100%Est. 24–34 vs 15 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 97%20 mi away
    TimingFound 21 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'4" vs 5'4"
    Weight 62%166 lb vs 130 lb
    Hair 50%Brown vs Blond
    Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
    79%Possible
    Jane Doe — Queens, New York - unidentified case UP2801
    Jane Doe — Queens, New York
    UP2801 • Found Jul 25, 2004
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    Sex ✓Female
    Age 85%Est. 20–40 vs 15 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 100%8 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 20 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'3" vs 5'4"
    Weight 100%123 lb vs 130 lb
    Hair 50%Brown vs Blond
    Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
    79%Possible
    Jane Doe — New York, New York - unidentified case UP7801
    Jane Doe — New York, New York
    UP7801 • Found May 5, 1994
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    Sex ✓Female
    Age 85%Est. 20–40 vs 15 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 98%18 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 10 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'3" vs 5'4"
    Weight 65%95 lb vs 130 lb
    Hair 50%Brown vs Blond
    Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
    79%Possible
    Jane Doe — Brooklyn, New York - unidentified case UP7726
    Jane Doe — Brooklyn, New York
    UP7726 • Found Apr 23, 1994
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    Sex ✓Female
    Age 85%Est. 20–40 vs 15 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 99%14 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 10 years after last seen
    Height 84%5'6" vs 5'4"
    Weight 100%140 lb vs 130 lb
    Hair 50%Brown vs Blond
    Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
    78%Possible
    Jane Doe — New York, New York - unidentified case UP70309
    Jane Doe — New York, New York
    UP70309 • Found May 29, 2020
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    Sex ✓Female
    Age 85%Est. 45–65 vs 15 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 98%18 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 36 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'3" vs 5'4"
    Weight 100%127 lb vs 130 lb
    Hair 50%Brown vs Blond
    Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
    78%Possible
    Jane Doe — Brooklyn, New York - unidentified case UP56403
    Jane Doe — Brooklyn, New York
    UP56403 • Found Mar 15, 2019
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    Sex ✓Female
    Age 85%Est. 40–60 vs 15 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 98%16 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 35 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'4" vs 5'4"
    Weight 100%126 lb vs 130 lb
    Hair 50%Brown vs Blond
    Eyes 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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    Hey everyone, I've been diving into Kelly Morrissey's case from Lynbrook, and something that really... ...Read More
    11/06/2024
    Does anyone else find it strange that there were no eyewitnesses who saw Kelly after she left her... ...Read More
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