The Disappearance Of Anthony Urciuoli

 

Anthony Urciuoli went missing from Poughkeepsie, New York, on January 24, 2001. He left home to play pool with friends and never returned. His parents reported him missing the next day when he didn't come back. Tony's uncle found his locked car near Spratt Park with no signs of struggle, and his wallet inside. Police used K9 units but found no leads. Detectives considered both foul play and voluntary disappearance but lacked evidence for either.

Tony, a 31-year-old waiter, was close with family and friends, and had no apparent reason to vanish. His parents, Anthony and Sandra, offered a $10,000 reward two weeks later, and later increased it to $100,000. Despite extensive interviews, bank and phone record checks, no clues emerged. Tony's father believed foul play, while investigators ran parallel investigations into voluntary disappearance. Tony's parents appeared on talk shows, and psychics suggested he was dead, potentially dumped in a river.

Detective Wagner stated that there was no progress in the case after a year. Anthony hired a private investigator, but no substantial leads were found. Tips dwindled, and Tony's parents increased the reward to $50,000. Various sightings were reported but led to dead ends. Tony's father remained optimistic, believing someone entrapped him.

Years passed with no breakthroughs. His parents increased the reward to $100,000, still without success. Despite over 200 leads, investigators had no concrete evidence. A candlelight vigil was held annually, and Tony's family pleaded for public attention. His dental records were checked against unidentified bodies, but no matches were found.

In 2011, Detective Cordato admitted the lack of witnesses hindered the case. Tony's family struggled to stay positive as the years passed. His father remained hopeful, while his mother believed there was always hope. Anthony Guy Urciuoli, Jr., remains missing, last seen in 2001 at 31 years old. The circumstances surrounding his disappearance remain unclear, and anyone with information is urged to contact the Poughkeepsie Police Department.