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Case File 22DMCO

1 2 Age-Progression
Left and Center: Ellison, circa 1980; Right: Age-progressed image of Ellison at age 27 (circa 1990)

Roger John Ellison
Missing since February 10, 1981 from Cedar Ridge, Delta County, Colorado.
Classification: Non-Family Abduction

Vital Statistics

  • Date Of Birth: March 11, 1963
  • Age at Time of Disappearance: 17 years old
  • Height and Weight at Time of Disappearance: 6'0; 150 pounds
  • Distinguishing Characteristics: White male. Dark blond hair; blue eyes. Fair complexion, freckles. Size 13 shoe. Double crown birthmark.
  • Clothing: Jeans; a blue t-shirt; brown shoes; white socks; and a blue parka.
  • Dentals: Available
  • Fingerprints: Available

    • Circumstances of Disappearance
    Ellison was last seen in the morning hours of February 10, 1981 at Cedaredge High School.
    He was last seen by his locker at approximately 8:30 AM. Ellison did not attend classes that day, however.
    He was never seen again. His car and bank account were left behind. He took no clothes with him.
    Roger was a member of the US Ski Team. Foul play is suspected.

    Investigators
    If you have any information concerning Ellison's whereabouts, please contact:
    Delta County Sheriff's Office
    Dick Miklich
    303-874-9734
    You may remain anonymous when submitting information.

    NCMEC #:
    NCMC601166

    NCIC Number:
    M-085481660
    Please refer to this number when contacting any agency regarding this case.

    Source Information:
    The National Center For Missing and Exploited Children
    Delta County Independent 1/20/05

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