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Lynn Burdick Missing Person Case

Last seen in Florida, Massachusetts on Apr 17, 1982

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Victim Details

Aug 13, 2014

Jul 16, 2024

Lynn

Burdick

62

18

64 inches

114 lbs

White / Caucasian

Female

Apr 17, 1982

Florida

Massachusetts

Berkshire County

29556

Massachusetts State Police - Cheshire

Cheshire

Massachusetts

Berkshire County

01225

1141 North State Road, Massachusetts

4137434700

State

Law Enforcement

821031006-39

Massachusetts State Police - Cheshire

Brown

Blue

Blue

No

Oct 12, 2026


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41 years since Lynn Burdick disappeared in Berkshire County

Case Description

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Summary based on the NamUs case record (MP25680) and 16 other sources
Lynn Burdick, an 18-year-old from Florida, Massachusetts, disappeared on April 17, 1982, while working alone at her cousin’s convenience store, The Barefoot Peddler. The store was located on Route 2, close to her family's home. Around 8:10 p.m., Lynn was on the phone with her cousin when a customer entered the store. She hung up to attend to the customer, and that was the last time anyone heard from her.

By 8:40 p.m., a customer found the store empty with the door left open, and Lynn's personal belongings—including an open book and a soda—were still on the counter. Her jacket and purse were missing, and $187 had been taken from the cash register. The family immediately reported her missing, and authorities suspected foul play from the start, believing she may have been abducted.

Investigators linked her case to an attempted abduction in nearby Williamstown, which took place just 40 minutes before Lynn disappeared. A vehicle seen fleeing the Williamstown scene was later spotted heading towards Florida, Massachusetts. Despite numerous efforts, including the release of composite sketches and anonymous tips, Lynn has never been found. Her case remains unsolved after more than 40 years.
Last Seen: Apr 17, 1982

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  • The Disappearance of Lynn Burdick - Murder, She Told
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  • The Disappearance of Lynn Burdick - Murder, She Told - Spotify
  • Missing Person / NamUs #MP25680 - Office of Justice Programs

    • Possible Unidentified Matches (3)

    Unidentified remains cases whose details are consistent with this person, ranked by how closely they compare. Fields that are unknown in either case are left out of the score.

    78%Possible
    Jane Doe — New Britain, Connecticut - unidentified case UP8821
    Jane Doe — New Britain, Connecticut
    UP8821 • Found Oct 11, 1991
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    Sex ✓Female
    Age 100%Est. 25–35 vs 18 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 83%70 mi away
    TimingFound 9 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'5" vs 5'4"
    Weight 92%130 lb vs 114 lb
    Hair 60%Black vs Brown
    75%Possible
    Jane Doe — New York, New York - unidentified case UP6124
    Jane Doe — New York, New York
    UP6124 • Found May 8, 1999
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    Sex ✓Female
    Age 100%Est. 25–35 vs 18 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 66%144 mi away
    TimingFound 17 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'3" vs 5'4"
    Weight 100%125 lb vs 114 lb
    Hair 100%Brown vs Brown
    75%Possible
    Jane Doe — Staten Island, New York - unidentified case UP6955
    Jane Doe — Staten Island, New York
    UP6955 • Found Sep 6, 1989
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    Sex ✓Female
    Age 100%Est. 18–30 vs 18 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 64%157 mi away
    TimingFound 7 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'4" vs 5'4"
    Weight 100%110 lb vs 114 lb
    Hair 100%Brown vs Brown
    Eyes 0%Brown vs Blue

    These comparisons are generated automatically from public NamUs case data and are not confirmed identifications. Only DNA, dental or fingerprint comparison by investigators can confirm an identity. If you believe two cases are connected, contact the agency handling the unidentified case.

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