Still Missing: The Heartbreaking Disappearance of Nicole Lynn Bryner

 

​On March 11, 1982, three-year-old Nicole Lynn Bryner vanished from Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Over four decades later, her disappearance remains an unsolved mystery. This blog post delves into the known facts surrounding Nicole's case, aiming to shed light on her story and keep her memory alive.​Doe Network+2Doe Network+2Doe Network+2

Early Life and Disappearance

Nicole Lynn Bryner was born on February 20, 1979. At the time of her disappearance, she was a vibrant three-year-old with brown hair and brown eyes, standing 2 feet 7 inches tall and weighing approximately 35 pounds. She was last seen wearing a light blue coat with a hood, blue jeans featuring a red star on the pocket, a green t-shirt, and brown suede shoes.​Doe Network

According to her mother, Nicole was abducted on March 9, 1982, at a Giant Eagle supermarket located in Pittsburgh's South Side. An extensive search was conducted, but it yielded few clues regarding her whereabouts.​Doe Network

Subsequent Developments

Four years after Nicole's disappearance, her mother's then-boyfriend allegedly confessed to having punched Nicole, resulting in her accidental death. He claimed to have buried her body in a wooded area along Timberland Road in Brookline. Despite this confession, police were unable to locate Nicole's remains, and no charges were filed against the suspect at that time.​

Three years later, the same individual was arraigned on a homicide charge, once again accused in connection with Nicole's death. He reiterated his previous statement, asserting that he had placed Nicole's body in a plastic bag and buried it in a wooded section of Brookline. However, the body was never found, and the charges were subsequently dropped.​

Current Status

As of the latest available information, Nicole has never been found. Her case remains open, and authorities continue to seek any information that could lead to a resolution.​

Investigating Agency

• Agency Name: Pittsburgh Police Department

• Phone Number: (412) 323-7800

• Case Number: 82-46139​

Additional Case Identifiers

• NamUs Case Number: 8274

• NCIC Case Number: M-100884408

• NCMEC Case Number: NCMC600499​

Conclusion

Nicole Lynn Bryner's disappearance is a poignant reminder of the enduring pain and uncertainty faced by families of missing children. Despite the passage of time, the hope for answers persists. If you have any information related to Nicole's case, please contact the Pittsburgh Police Department.​Doe Network

For more details, please refer to the Doe Network case file: Doe Network