Victim's Tattoo

Unidentified White Male

• The victim was discovered on July 11, 1989 in Spokane County, Washington
• Estimated Date of Death: 1-8 Weeks
• Cause of Death: Suspected homicide
• Decomposed Remains

Vital Statistics

• Estimated age: 30 - 60 years old
• Approximate Height and Weight: 5'5 1/2"; 150 lbs.
• Tattoos: There was possible tattoo "RICH" the R, C, and H were fairly clear and possibly looked as if the letter "I" was present between the "R" and "C" as well but not definitively. The tattoo was not professional and was located on the left lateral bicep region.
• Clothing: A dark colored pair of HI-TEC brand boots that were a size 7, a pair of bluish colored socks with white trim, a light pair of denim jeans, a long sleeve button down shirt that was frayed along the lower waist area, and a T-Shirt that had gray and maroon horizontal stripes.
• Jewelry: There was also a white metal necklace that had a yellow metal cross pendant. The clasp of the necklace was defective and was held together by a paper clip.
• Skeletal Findings: There was a skull fracture and other bodily injuries which were highly suspicious for homicide, and very possible to have occurred prior to the body entering into the water.
• Fingerprints: Not available
• Dentals: Available

Victim's Boot, shirt and cross

Case History
The victim was located floating at the Nine Mile region of the Spokane River, northwest of the city on July 11, 1989.

It is not known how this man may have come to be in the river.

Investigators
If you have any information about this case please contact:
Spokane County Medical Examiner
Lorrie Hegewald
509-477-2296
Email
You may remain anonymous when submitting information.

Agency Case Number:
89-230

Source Information:
Spokane County Medical Examiner
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