John Doe California
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John Doe Mt. Veeder California26 to 32 year old White Male
Located on October 17, 1997 in Mt. Veeder, Napa County, California He had gold fillings in six of his teeth. This extensive, expensive dental work. This type of dental work makes them believe the man was affluent or in the military. Possible connections to: Phoenix, Arizona area and Horse riding |
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Race: White
Sex: Male Weight (pounds): Cannot Estimate Height (inches): 68, Estimated Hair color: Possibly Brown Eye color: Unknown or Missing Circumstances: Probable year of death: 1981 to 1982 Estimated postmortem interval: 15 Years |
Skeletal remains found on a secluded hillside residence while property was being surveyed for new owner. Scene appeared to be at least 10 to 15 years old. Skeletal remains spread out over 100 feet on hillside down a deertrail. Evidence of animal bites to skull.
Ruger Bearcat .22 caliber revolver discovered under body. Gun traced to burglary in Arizona. Smirnoff Vodka bottle and Budweiser Beer cans also on scene. Dates on bottle and cans were lotted to 1981. 22 caliber ammo found in a handmade leather backpack.
Single gunshot wound found on the right side of head. Lower jaw missing. Numerous bones found but not a complete skeleton. Totality of circumstances during investigation led investigators to believe that this was a suicide by handgun.
Other distinctive physical characteristics: Calcium build up on one leg bone recovered led anthropologist to believe that the decedent might have ridden horses.
Clothing with body: Multicolored down vest / blue sweatshirt / blue "polo" branded shirt / "Levi" branded jeans
Footwear: Burgundy New Balance 770-770W running shoes
Eyewear: Aviator styled gold rimmed sunglasses
Other items found with body: Heavy brown leather backpack...possibly hand made. Smirnoff Vodka Bottle. Budweiser Beer Cans - both lotted to 1981. Valium tablets (10mg). Hashish.
Ruger Bearcat .22 caliber revolver discovered under body. Gun traced to burglary in Arizona. Smirnoff Vodka bottle and Budweiser Beer cans also on scene. Dates on bottle and cans were lotted to 1981. 22 caliber ammo found in a handmade leather backpack.
Single gunshot wound found on the right side of head. Lower jaw missing. Numerous bones found but not a complete skeleton. Totality of circumstances during investigation led investigators to believe that this was a suicide by handgun.
Other distinctive physical characteristics: Calcium build up on one leg bone recovered led anthropologist to believe that the decedent might have ridden horses.
Clothing with body: Multicolored down vest / blue sweatshirt / blue "polo" branded shirt / "Levi" branded jeans
Footwear: Burgundy New Balance 770-770W running shoes
Eyewear: Aviator styled gold rimmed sunglasses
Other items found with body: Heavy brown leather backpack...possibly hand made. Smirnoff Vodka Bottle. Budweiser Beer Cans - both lotted to 1981. Valium tablets (10mg). Hashish.
Fingerprint information is currently not available
Dental Status: Dental information / charting is available and entered
DNA Status: Samples submitted - Tests complete
Dental Status: Dental information / charting is available and entered
DNA Status: Samples submitted - Tests complete