Robert M. Bode, known as Bob, was 51 when he left his daughter’s home in Tucson, Arizona on March 3, 2000 to drive to his parents in Clarkdale, Yavapai County. He planned a routine trip that he never completed; neither he nor his 1995 Ford F250 pickup were ever found. The truck bore Arizona plate 5AA711, a deep dent on the passenger door near the hinges and a loose, hanging right rear bumper.

The Tucson Police Department opened an investigation (case number 0003140234). Family described Bob as a Caucasian male, graying hair, brown eyes, five feet nine inches tall, 175–180 pounds, wearing glasses, with a small scar in the middle of his forehead, a cap on his right upper front tooth, and a split middle finger on his right hand. Investigators reported no evidence of foul play, no financial activity, and no communication after he left his daughter’s house.

No substantial leads have emerged and the disappearance remains unresolved. If anyone saw Robert or his distinctive Ford F250 in March 2000 or has information about his route to Clarkdale, please come forward.