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Tai Yung Lau Missing Person Case

Last seen in Tampa, Florida on Jun 20, 1981

Victim Details

Jan 26, 2026

Jan 26, 2026

Tai

Yung Lau

98

53

5'4 inches

128 lbs

Asian

Male

Jun 20, 1981

Tampa

Florida

Tampa

Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office

800-873-8477

07/27/2026

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Tai Yung Lau, a 53-year-old Chinese immigrant, has been missing since June 20, 1981, from Tampa, Florida. On the morning of his disappearance, Lau started his walk to the Chinese restaurant on Buffalo Avenue where he was employed as a cook, but he never arrived. His boss reported him missing, describing Lau as a very dependable employee who was never late and had never missed a day of work. All of his personal belongings were found undisturbed in his apartment.

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Last Seen: Jun 20, 1981

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