Mar 17, 2020
May 15, 2024
Michael
Lyda
58
31
73 inches
210 lbs
White / Caucasian
Male
In the harsh and unforgiving environment of the Bering Sea, a then 31-year-old fisherman named Michael Lynn Lyda vanished on February 23, 1999. A long-time commercial fisherman, he was working aboard the 148-foot fishing vessel, the Sea Fisher, when the incident occurred. The vessel, based out of Dillingham, Alaska, was navigating through rough waters approximately 60 miles west of St. Paul Island at the time of his disappearance. Lyda, who also went by the names Mike Lyda and Lyda L Lyda, was reportedly wearing either orange or green rain gear and black boots when he was last seen. The circumstances surrounding Michael's disappearance point to a tragic accident at sea. It is reported that he was struck by a crab pot before falling overboard into the turbulent waters of the Bering Sea. The conditions at the time were described as rough, a common and dangerous reality for those who make their living in the commercial fishing industry in Alaska. Given the perilous situation, it is presumed that Michael drowned in the frigid waters. The Alaska State Troopers were the investigating agency in his case. Despite the passage of time, the case of Michael Lyda remains a somber reminder of the dangers faced by fishermen. The official report of his disappearance was made on March 2, 1999. His case is a testament to the unforgiving nature of the sea and the inherent risks of the profession he chose. The overview of this case highlights a sudden and tragic event where a man dedicated to his work was lost to the sea, leaving behind unanswered questions and a lasting sense of loss.
Feb 23, 1999
Dillingham
Alaska
Dillingham Census Area
No
77755
Alaska State Troopers
Anchorage
Alaska
Anchorage Borough
99507
Malia Miller
Missing Persons Clearinghouse Manager
5700 East Tudor Road, Alaska
9072695511
State
Law Enforcement
990013534
1999-03-02
Alaska State Troopers
na
Brown
Brown
Brown
07/26/2026
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