At the time of his disappearance, Roy Frisch lived with other family members at 247 Court Street and was employed at the Riverside Bank as a cashier. He was scheduled to testify for the government against two people alleged to be involved in organized crime.

At 7:45 pm on the evening of his disappearance, Roy Frisch left his home walking to the Majestic Theater, where he watched the movie, Gallant Lady. After the movie, he was seen by a friend at the corner of Sierra and Court Streets. Roy Frisch never made it home and he has not been seen since. He is believed to have met with foul play.