Introduction

The case of John Allen Troha remains one of Royal Oak, Michigan's enduring mysteries. On October 14, 1981, the 18-year-old set out for a routine walk to a local store and was never seen again. Decades later, his disappearance continues to perplex investigators and haunt his loved ones.

Who Was John Allen Troha?

Born on October 2, 1963, John was described as a Caucasian male with brown, shoulder-length hair and hazel eyes. Standing between 5'7" and 5'9" and weighing approximately 160 to 170 pounds, he had a distinctive dental feature: a bridge replacing two of his teeth. At the time of his disappearance, he was wearing a light blue sweatshirt, a brown flannel shirt, a reversible orange and blue vest, and dark brown corduroy pants. ...Read More