Male, Uncertain Race
Date Body Found March 5, 1981

​Location Found Tucson, Arizona Pima County
Estimated Year of Death 1960-1975

Estimated Age Range 18-24 Years
Height 5' 10"(70 inches) , Estimated
Weight Cannot Estimate

26 to 32 year old White Male

Located on October 17, 1997 in Mt. Veeder, Napa County, California

Circumstances of Recovery:  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.
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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

https://www.namus.gov/UnidentifiedPersons/Case#/8634