Summary based on the NamUs case record (MP70267)
On a spring day in April of 1987, 73-year-old Albert Butler was last seen in the Bronx, a borough of New York City. At the time of his disappearance, he was described as a white male with graying hair and hazel eyes. A noticeable characteristic was that he was missing his right ear. The clothing he was last seen wearing consisted of a blue coat, a plaid shirt, black pants, and black shoes with black socks.
His case is being handled by the New York City Police Department's Missing Persons Squad.
Details surrounding the circumstances of Albert Butler's disappearance are scarce. The lack of public information regarding his daily routine, personal relationships, or the specific events leading up to the day he went missing has made it difficult to piece together a clear narrative. The area of the Bronx where he was last seen in the late 1980s was a different landscape than it is today, but without more specific information about his life, it is challenging to ascertain what environmental factors, if any, may have played a role in his vanishing.
Decades have passed since Albert Butler was last seen, and his case remains an unsolved mystery. The passage of time often makes it more challenging to uncover new leads, as memories fade and potential witnesses may no longer be available. Despite the significant amount of time that has elapsed, the fundamental questions of what happened to Albert Butler and where he might be remain unanswered. The investigation into his disappearance is a long-standing cold case.Last Seen: Apr 19, 1987
