On a summer day in July of 1973, 29-year-old Myron C. Alberding was enjoying a day of fishing on Seventh Lake in Inlet, New York. An avid outdoorsman, he was in his Starcraft boat when another vessel collided with it, ejecting him into the deep waters of the lake. The impact of the collision sent him into a section of the lake known to be approximately 75 to 90 feet deep.
In the immediate aftermath of the accident, Myron disappeared from sight and, despite the clear waters of the Adirondack lake, he was not seen again.
Immediate search and rescue efforts were launched by the New York State Police, who conducted underwater dives in the area where the accident occurred. For over two weeks, extensive searches were carried out in the hopes of finding any trace of Myron. However, these efforts proved fruitless. Not a single piece of clothing or any personal belongings were ever recovered from the lake or its surrounding areas. The vastness and depth of the lake presented significant challenges to the search teams, and as time passed, the hope of finding him alive faded. The official investigation eventually concluded that Myron was the victim of a tragic boating accident and was presumed to have drowned.
Myron Alberding was a 1966 graduate of Cornell University, where he had majored in dairy husbandry with the intention of working alongside his father on their family farm. His sudden and tragic disappearance left his family and community with unanswered questions and a profound sense of loss. Despite the passage of decades, the case officially remains open, a lingering mystery in the Adirondack region. Although presumed to be a casualty of a boating accident, the complete absence of any physical evidence has left a lasting sense of uncertainty. The case of Myron Alberding serves as a somber reminder of the unpredictable nature of life and the enduring pain experienced by those left behind when a loved one vanishes without a trace.Last Seen: Jul 10, 1973
