Left: O'Brien, circa 1996; Center: Age-Progression by NCMEC; Right: Age-Progression (Circa 2009)

Trevor Anthony Thomas O'Brien
Missing since November 9, 1996 from Torbay, Newfoundland
Classification: Family Abduction

Vital Statistics

• Date Of Birth: May 8, 1985
• Age at Time of Disappearance: 11 years old
• Height and Weight at Time of Disappearance: 4'8" (142 cm); 70 lbs. (32 kg)
• Distinguishing Characteristics: Brown hair; blue eyes.

Circumstances of Disappearance
Trevor and his brothers, Adam and Mitchell, were abducted by their father, Gary Joseph O'Brien. On November 9, 1996 Gary O'Brien failed to return his three children to their mother as required by a specific access order. Investigation has revealed that Gary O'Brien built an elaborate trap at his residence in Torbay designed to cause an explosion when a person entered the home. He advised his wife that she would not see her children again. Gary O'Brien has a history of psychiatric problems, violence and suicidal tendencies.

Gary Joseph O'Brien

Vital Statistics

• Date Of Birth: October 17, 1956
• Age at Time of Disappearance: years old
• Height and Weight at Time of Disappearance: 5'10"; 132 lbs.
• Distinguishing Characteristics: White male. Grey hair; Blue eyes.

Investigators
If you have any information concerning this case, please contact:

Royal Newfoundland Constabulary
709-729-8000

NCMEC #: RCMP9600663

NCIC Number:
Please refer to this number when contacting any agency with information regarding this case.

Source Information:
National Center for Missing & Exploired Children
North American Missing Persons Network