Left: Reiter circa 1992; Right: Age-Progression to age 16 (circa 2007)

Melissa Erin Reiter
Missing since May 23, 1992 from Little Neck, New York.
Classification: Family Abduction

Vital Statistics

• Date Of Birth: January 17, 1991
• Age at Time of Disappearance: 1 year old
• Height and Weight at Time of Disappearance: 2'9" - 84 cm, 30 lbs - 14 kg
• Distinguishing Characteristics: White female. Curly brown hair; blue eyes.

Circumstances of Disappearance
On May 23, 1992, Melissa disappeared from her Queens home. The courts had awarded custody to Melissa’s father. Melissa was 16-months old when she disappeared. She is believed to be with her non-custodial mother, Beth Shari Reiter, aka "Beth Shoken". Investigators believe that Melissa may still be in the New York area.

Beth Shari Reiter

Vital Statistics

• Date Of Birth: December 23, 1961
• Age at Time of Disappearance: 30 years old
• Height and Weight at Time of Disappearance: 5'3"; 110 lbs.
• Distinguishing Characteristics: White female. Blonde hair; brown eyes

Investigators
If you have any information concerning this case, please contact:

New York City Police
Missing Person Squad
1-212-694-7781

NCIC Number: M-579991544
Please refer to this number when contacting any agency with information regarding this case.
Source Information:
National Center for Missing and Exploited Children
The New York State Division of Criminal Justice Services