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Summary based on the NamUs case record (MP8766) and 9 other sources
On a summer day in July of 1973, 29-year-old Myron C. Alberding was enjoying a day of fishing on Seventh Lake in Inlet, New York. An avid outdoorsman, he was in his Starcraft boat when another vessel collided with it, ejecting him into the deep waters of the lake. The impact of the collision sent him into a section of the lake known to be approximately 75 to 90 feet deep. In the immediate aftermath of the accident, Myron disappeared from sight and, despite the clear waters of the Adirondack lake, he was not seen again.

Immediate search and rescue efforts were launched by the New York State Police, who conducted underwater dives in the area where the accident occurred. For over two weeks, extensive searches were carried out in the hopes of finding any trace of Myron. However, these efforts proved fruitless. Not a single piece of clothing or any personal belongings were ever recovered from the lake or its surrounding areas. The vastness and depth of the lake presented significant challenges to the search teams, and as time passed, the hope of finding him alive faded. The official investigation eventually concluded that Myron was the victim of a tragic boating accident and was presumed to have drowned.

Myron Alberding was a 1966 graduate of Cornell University, where he had majored in dairy husbandry with the intention of working alongside his father on their family farm. His sudden and tragic disappearance left his family and community with unanswered questions and a profound sense of loss. Despite the passage of decades, the case officially remains open, a lingering mystery in the Adirondack region. Although presumed to be a casualty of a boating accident, the complete absence of any physical evidence has left a lasting sense of uncertainty. The case of Myron Alberding serves as a somber reminder of the unpredictable nature of life and the enduring pain experienced by those left behind when a loved one vanishes without a trace.

Last Seen: Jul 10, 1973

Possible Unidentified Matches (2)

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.

80%Moderate
John Doe — Lysander, New York - unidentified case UP6056
John Doe — Lysander, New York
UP6056 • Found Jun 12, 1976
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 25–35 vs 29 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 78%89 mi away, same state
TimingFound 3 years after last seen
Height 100%5'10" vs 5'9"
Weight 76%129 lb vs 165 lb
Hair 100%Brown vs Brown
75%Possible
John Doe — Ramapo, New York
UP14689 • Found Mar 3, 1976
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 30–40 vs 29 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 58%183 mi away, same state
TimingFound 3 years after last seen
Height 100%5'8" vs 5'9"
Weight 100%160 lb vs 165 lb

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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