The Doe Network:
Case File 453UMNJ

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Reconstruction of Victim

Unidentified White Male

Vital Statistics

  • Estimated age: 35 - 50 years old
  • Approximate Height and Weight: 5'6" - 5'8"; 150 -170 lbs.
  • Distinguishing Characteristics: Short salt/pepper slightly wavy hair. His liver was very fatty, a condition that indicates long-term alcohol abuse.
  • Clothing: Tan colored denim shorts, size large.
  • Fingerprints: Available
  • Dentals: Upper and lower dentures.

Case History
On May 15, 2002, an unidentified white male, who was in stages of decomposition, was discovered deceased on an island in Natco Lake, Union Beach, New Jersey.
There was no evidence of a camp on the island, although both homeless people and fishermen have set up camps at times on several islands in the lake. There were indications "of some human activity, blankets and cooking utensils" on a second island nearby, but authorities don't know if they belonged to the dead man.
He was discovered by a naturalist on an early morning birding walk. There were no signs of trauma, wounds, fractures. No signs of foul play.

Investigators
If you have any information about this case please contact:
Monmouth County Prosecutor's Office
Detective Doug Johnson
732-431-7012
1 800-533-7443
Or
Union Beach Police Department
Sergeant Timothy Kelly
732-264-0313
You may remain anonymous when submitting information.

NCIC Number:
N/A
Please refer to this number when contacting any agency with information regarding this case.

Source Information:
Monmouth County Prosecutor's Office
Asbury Park Press (Neptune, NJ) 5/17/02

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