Erica Jayne Franolich disappeared from Middleburgh, New York in October 1986.
Erica was last seen around 9 pm on October 13, 1986, near Main Street and Railroad Avenue in Middleburgh, New York. At the time, she lived with her husband, Richard, and their young son. Their marriage was troubled, and she reportedly told her brother she was afraid for her life and wanted to leave. Richard told police Erica had gotten on a bus and he did not hear from her again. She was reported missing by her family in Michigan in February 1987. Richard later moved to northern Vermont.
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At the time of her disappearance, Erica was 26 years old. She was 5 feet, 4 inches and weighed 100 pounds. She had brown hair and brown eyes.
Erica has a mole on her left knee and protruding upper front teeth. She was last seen wearing a baggy shirt and blue denim overalls.
If you have any information about Erica's disappearance, please send us a message, or call 315-542-7800 or 413-255-0212.
Listen to Erica's Story
Investigators Lou Barry and Greg Overacker appeared on Crawlspace with PIFTM board members Tim Pilleri and Lance Reenstierna to discuss Erica's disappearance, their investigation and more.
Listen to part 1 on Apple Podcasts, Stitcher, YouTube or your favorite podcast app.
Listen to part 2 on Apple Podcasts, Stitcher, YouTube or your favorite podcast app.
Click to read the letter Erica's son, Ricky, wrote to Erica's sister.
