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Lee Vrba Missing Person Case

Last seen in Island Lake, Manitoba on Jun 11, 1972

Victim Details

Lee

Vrba

92

38

74 inches

74 inches

298 lbs

298 lbs

White / Caucasian

Male

Scar Right Abdomen, Appendectomy scar Tattoo tattoo on right or left forearm

Jun 11, 1972

Island Lake

Manitoba

Island Lake RCMP ; (204)986-6250;

Manitoba

[email protected]

204-456-2290

204-456-2290

Law Enforcement

2007-422637

Island Lake RCMP ; (204)986-6250;

Brown

Hazel

Hazel

No

09/18/2026


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In the early summer of 1972, Lee Vrba and his friend Robert Rudish traveled to Island Lake, Manitoba, for a fishing trip, arriving on June 11th. The vast and sometimes treacherous waters of the lake were a draw for anglers seeking adventure. Their trip, however, took a tragic turn, leaving behind a mystery that has endured for decades. The two men were experienced outdoorsmen, but the conditions on the lake that week were reportedly severe, with strong winds whipping across the water's surf ...
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Last Seen: Jun 11, 1972

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  • Canada's Missing - RCMP case 2014004917
  • Robert Rudish and Lee Vrba – Project Bigeye

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