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Mar 19, 2020
Sep 14, 2020
Roy
Bannasch
32
27
70 inches
165 lbs
White / Caucasian
Male
On March 17, 2020, a 27-year-old man named Roy Kirk Bannasch was last seen in Mackinaw City, Michigan. From what has been gathered, it is understood that he jumped from the Mackinac Bridge. This event marked the beginning of a prolonged period of uncertainty and concern for his family and friends. Roy, a male with blond hair and blue eyes, was known to have circular scars on his upper chest and back. At the time he went missing, he was approximately 5 feet 10 inches tall and weighed around 165 pounds. The Michigan State Police from the St. Ignace Post opened an investigation into his disappearance, documenting the circumstances surrounding that day. The search for Roy involved multiple agencies and extensive efforts in the challenging waters of the Straits of Mackinac. The area is known for its strong currents and cold temperatures, which complicates search and recovery operations. Despite the difficult conditions, authorities and volunteers dedicated significant time and resources in the hopes of locating him. The emotional toll on his loved ones has been immense as they have awaited any news or development in the case. The lack of closure has left a void for those who knew him, as they have had to navigate life without answers regarding his whereabouts. The investigation into Roy Bannasch's disappearance has remained open, a poignant reminder of the day he was last seen. The known details point to a deliberate act, but without a recovery, a full understanding of the event remains just out of reach. His case is a somber illustration of the lasting impact a person's disappearance has on a community and serves as an ongoing mystery for investigators. The overview of the case is centered on the single, tragic event at the Mackinac Bridge, with the subsequent search efforts and the enduring questions that have followed.
Mar 17, 2020
Mackinaw
Michigan
Mackinac County
49701
No
78002
Michigan State Police
St. Ignace
Michigan
Mackinac County
49781
Gary Demers
Detective Sergeant
St. Ignace Post, Michigan
9066437582
State
Law Enforcement
83-209-20
2020-03-17
Michigan State Police
7483
Blond/Strawberry
Blue
Blue
06/04/2026
