Reconstructed Images of the Victim

Unidentified White Male

• Discovered on January 14, 1977 in Macon County, Alabama.
• Estimated Date of Death: 16 months prior to discovery
• Cause of death is unknown due to skeletal remains.

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  Vital Statistics
  

  • Estimated age: 20 - 25 years old
  • Approximate Height and Weight: 5'9 - 6'0"; 135 - 155 lbs.
  • Distinguishing Characteristics: Dark brown hair; 3 - 4 inches in length.
  • Dentals: He had a partial upper denture and a prosthetic upper right lateral incisor tooth. Dental records are available.
  • Clothing: He was wearing blue jeans with pockets in the front only and with three brass-colored buttons on the front waistband which spelled out Faded Glory. He was also wearing a a grayish pullover sweater with a round collar and 3/4 length sleeves; blue socks; and brown Oxford-style shoes, size 8 1/2 - 9. His shoes had visible splatters of paint on them. His pockets had no belongings.

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  Case History
  The victim was located near I-85 on Wire Road in Macon County, AL. He was found sitting under a tree about 103 feet from the roadway. Police believe the man may have died from a snake bite or had a heart attack while sitting under the tree. There was no blood on his clothes or markings on the bones to indicate foul play. Police believe that the man may have been waiting for a ride.

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  Investigators
  If you have any information on this man's identity or the circumstances surrounding his death, please contact:
  Alabama Department Of Forensic Sciences
  Dr. Marie Herrmann
  334-242-3093
  You may remain anonymous when submitting information.

  NCIC Number:
  U510945540
  Please refer to this number when contacting any agency with information regarding this case.

  Source Information: Alabama Department Of Forensic Sciences
  Opelika-Auburn News, January 20, 1977

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