Song Im Joseph, a 20-year-old native of South Korea, vanished from her home on Bay Road in Rehoboth Beach, Delaware, on June 8, 1975. Her disappearance is considered suspicious, and authorities suspect foul play. At the time she went missing, she left behind all of her personal belongings, including her passport and visa. There has been no evidence to suggest that she ever returned to her native South Korea.
Having moved to the United States in November 1974, Song Im had married an American serviceman named Alton Edward Joseph. The couple was reportedly experiencing marital difficulties at the time of her disappearance. Alton Joseph told police that he and his wife had an argument on the morning she went missing. He claimed he went to work and when he returned, she was gone. He waited two days before reporting her missing, stating he assumed she had gone to a friend's house.
Investigators have noted that Song Im did not have access to a vehicle and has not used her Social Security number since she was last seen. Prior to her disappearance, she had confided in friends that she was being followed by a man who spoke Korean. This, along with the circumstances at her home, has led investigators to believe she met with foul play.
Alton Edward Joseph's behavior and history have drawn suspicion. Four days after his wife's disappearance, he reenlisted in the military and returned to South Korea. He has a criminal record, including convictions in both Massachusetts and New Hampshire, and a 2001 federal conviction for the illegal transportation of explosives. It was discovered that during his time in the military, he had stolen a significant amount of C4 explosives. While authorities have identified two suspects in connection with Song Im Joseph's disappearance, no charges have ever been filed in the case, and it remains unsolved.Last Seen: Jun 8, 1975
