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Case Description

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Summary based on the NamUs case record (MP79784) and 5 other sources
In the summer of 2020, the community of Wallace, North Carolina, was faced with the unsettling disappearance of one of its own. Robert Harlee Bonham, a 51-year-old man, was last seen on July 3rd. At the time of his disappearance, he was described as a white male, standing 6 feet tall and weighing around 200 pounds, with brown hair and green eyes. The circumstances leading up to his last known whereabouts began at his residence in Duplin County, from which he departed after a disagreement with his spouse.

The day after Robert Bonham was last seen, a significant clue in his case surfaced, though it only added to the mystery. His vehicle was found abandoned in the yard of an acquaintance in the Penderlea area of neighboring Pender County. The acquaintance reported that the vehicle had been left there during the overnight hours without their knowledge, and they had not seen or heard from Bonham. This discovery prompted a search of the surrounding area, but tragically, no trace of Robert was found. Another account suggests that on the morning he went missing, he had been at his parents' home and was seen by his father.

The investigation into Robert Bonham's disappearance is being handled by the Duplin County Sheriff's Office. Since he vanished, there has been no contact from him, and his case remains an active and concerning mystery for his family and the community. The abrupt departure after an argument, the puzzling placement of his car, and the conflicting reports of his last known movements create a complicated picture for investigators. With no clear signs of his whereabouts, the case of Robert Harlee Bonham continues, leaving his loved ones waiting for answers.

Last Seen: Jul 3, 2020

Possible Unidentified Matches (1)

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.

75%Possible
John Doe — Charlotte, North Carolina
UP161797 • Found Jul 20, 2026
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 48–62 vs 51 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 62%165 mi away, same state
TimingFound 6 years after last seen
Height 100%5'11" vs 6'0"
Weight 100%192 lb vs 200 lb
Hair 60%Black vs Brown
Eyes 50%Blue vs Green

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.