Above: Bonick, circa 1970
Vital Statistics at Time of Disappearance
Vital Statistics at Time of Disappearance
Missing Since: February 22, 1970 from San Mateo, California Classification: Endangered Missing Date Of Birth: February 6, 1953 Age: 17 years old Height and Weight: 6'0, 175 pounds Distinguishing Characteristics: Caucasian male. Sandy blond hair, blue/green eyes. Bonick's nickname is Pete. He has a chipped upper front tooth. Medical Conditions: Bonick suffers from idiopathic scoliosis; as a result, one shoulder blade is larger and/or higher than the other.
Details of Disappearance
Bonick disappeared from his residence in the vicinity of the 2000 block of Ginnever Street in San Mateo, California during the morning hours of February 22, 1970. He was later seen hitchhiking on State Route 92, possibly en route to Half Moon Bay, California. Two friends reported seeing him a month later at the Mayfair Market. He has never been heard from again.Bonick's family believe he left with his friend, Rick Lamson, who disappeared around the same time he did. It's unclear whether Lamson was also reported missing or if he was ever found. Few details are available in Bonick's case.
Investigating Agency
Source Information
Updated 2 times since October 12, 2004.
Last updated January 30, 2010; distinguishing characteristics and details of disappearance updated.
If you have any information concerning this case, please contact:
Colville Tribal Police Department
800-551-5000
Nation's Missing Children Organization
Missing in California