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- Victim
- Demographics
- Clothing and Possessions
- Location
- Disappearance
- Discovery
- Vehicle
- Person(s) of Interest
- More Details
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Victim
- Photo
- Full Name
- Surname
- Doe
- Given Name (Forename)
- John (#2840)
- Alternative Name
- Photo After Aging (Age Progression)
- Status
- Unidentified
- Case Record ID
Demographics
- Date of Birth
- Birthplace
- Age
- Age Group
- 40s, 60s
- Age as of Today
- Biological Sex
- Male
- Hair Color
- Hair Description
- Eye Color
- Skin Complexion
- Shoe Size
- 13 (Men, US)
- Ethnicity
- Caucasian
- Nationality
- Languages Spoken
- Physical Build
- Height (ft'in")
- 5'11" - 6'3
- Height (cm)
- Height Range
- 5'7" - 6'0"
- Weight (lbs)
- 0
- Weight (kg)
- 0.0000
- Weight Range in Pounds
- 200-210, 210-220, 220-230, 230-240, 240-250
- Distinguishing Characteristics
- Photo of Distinguishing Feature
- Medical Condition
- Physical Abnormality
- Dental Condition
- Scars & Other Marks
- Piercings
- Tattoo Description
- Multiple Tattoos?
- Tattoo Location
- Tattoo Subject
- Other Demographics
Clothing and Possessions
- Photo of Clothing or Accessories
- Clothing (Full Description)
- Double zippered fill jacket (Arne, ” XXL), “Dockers” khaki pants. Gray and Black “Nike Air” shoes (Size 13 estimated); white athletic tube socks.
- Possessions / Accessories
Olive Green duffel bag (military style). Inside were tie-dyed t-shirts (without labels), two pair of nylon “Eddie Bower” warm up pants (37.5 inseam, XL), an “Eddie Bower” khaki swimsuit (XL), and a pair of white athletic tube socks. Eyeglasses, an open Coca-Cola red pocketknife, a laminated Georgia Driver’s license (indeipherable), a lighter, and a knotted length of cloth tape were on his body. Nearby was a pocket notebook (“Steward Hall”, #1622, 6-Ring Binder style) with a maroon vinyl cover.
Location
- Address
Highway I-65, 85km Mark (54 miles north of Mobile)
- City
- Escambia County
- Province or State
- Alabama
- Country
- United States
- Postal Code
- Latitude & Longitude
- General Location
Disappearance
- Date of Disappearance
- Notes
The victim was found along the highway and the cause of death is unknown. He was found near a duffle bag with clothes and may have been hitchhiking or traveling somewhere. He is between 5’11” and 6’5″, 200 – 250 pounds, aged 40-65.
- Multiple Victims?
- Rumored or Actual Sightings
Discovery
- Date of Discovery
- May 18, 1997
- Notes
Skelatal remains were found along Alabama Highway I-65 along the southbound lane. It was at the 85km mark in the woods, 54 miles north of Mobile. Near the remains was a duffel bag with its contents.
- Potential Signs of:
- Time of Death
Approximately 1-2 years prior to recovery
- Cause of Death
- Recovered Remains (if Partial)
- Suspected Homicide?
- Multiple Victims?
- DNA Tested (No Match)
Vehicle
- Vehicle
- License Plate
- Photo of Vehicle
Person(s) of Interest
- Suspect(s)
- Suspect(s) Description
- Photo of Suspect(s)
More Details
- General Notes
- Related Cases
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- Map of Key Locations
Other Photos
- Poster(s)
- Other Photos
Additional Resources
- Official Notice
- www.namus.gov/UnidentifiedPersons/Case#/75262?nav
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- Articles
- Podcasts
Contact Police
- Agency
- Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI)
- Website
- tips.fbi.gov/contact
- Email Address
- Phone #
- (855) 835-5333
- Emergency #
- 911
- Alternative Contact
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