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Unidentified Black Male

• The victim was discovered on August 26, 1998 in New York, New York County, New York.
• Estimated Date of Death: 1998.
• State of Remains: Not recognizable - Decomposing/putrefaction.
• Cause of Death: Unknown.

Vital Statistics

• Estimated age: 30-50 years old.
• Approximate Height and Weight: 5'5" and 120 lbs.
• Distinguishing Characteristics: Tightly curled black hair (1/2" long) with a curly beard and mustache (1/2" long).
  Unknown eye color.
• Clothing: Khaki trousers, black belt, olive green trousers, white and blue print pajama bottoms with "Bellevue" on them, turquoise shorts,
  black socks, and black loafers.
• Scars, marks: Irregular 1" scar below left knee.
• Dentals: Available. X-rays are available.
• DNA: Sample available - Not yet submitted.
• Fingerprints: Available.
• Former Hot Case Number: 2002

Case History
The victim was spotted floating in the East River near East 47th Street.

Investigators
If you have any information about this case please contact:
Investigating Agency:
New York County Medical Examiner's Office
212-447-2770
Benjamin Figura
Email

You may remain anonymous when submitting information.

Agency Case Number: M98-04597; NamUs 6311

Source Information:
NamUs