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The Joliet community was in distress as the search for Robert Long, a devoted Illinois father of seven, unfolded over a week.

Long, last seen on April 11 at a cousin’s residence, had vanished without a trace, leaving his family gripped by worry, WGN9 reports.

His mother, Jewell Robinson, described Long as a dedicated individual who is deeply involved in his children’s lives, with three of them on the cusp of eighth-grade graduation.

Long’s sudden disappearance shattered the routine of a tight-knit family.

Robinson’s anguished plea for Long’s safe return reverberated through the community, with relatives and law enforcement joining forces to unravel the mystery.

Long’s routine visit to a cousin’s home had culminated in an inexplicable absence, leaving loved ones clinging to hope amid mounting uncertainty.

Despite exhaustive efforts by the Joliet Police Department and concerned citizens, Long remained elusive.

Desperate for any lead, Long’s family shared vital details about his appearance and last-known whereabouts.

With few clues to guide their search, …