Reconstructions of the decedent by Wesley Neville and Jane Billingham. To view images of his clothing, please click here
Reconstructions of the decedent by Wesley Neville and Jane Billingham. To view images of his clothing, please click here
Date of Discovery: May 8, 1981
Location of Discovery: Euclid, Cuyahoga County, Ohio
Estimated Date of Death: Minutes prior
State of Remains: Recognizable face
Cause of Death: Accidental fall
Estimated Age: 25-30 years old
Race: White
Sex: Male
Height: 5'7"
Weight: 146 lbs.
Hair Color: Light brown. Wore a beard and mustache.
Eye Color: Light brown
Distinguishing Marks/Features: According to the witnesses, he abused alcohol and cocaine.
Dentals: Available.
Fingerprints: Available.
DNA: Unknown.
Clothing: Tan hat, blue jean jacket, brown vinyl jacket, gray sweat shirt with zipper, yellow, brown and gray plaid wool shirt, white T-shirt with ''Don Bosco Tech-Physical Ed'' on the front in green lettering, tan jean pants, 1 pair brown socks, 1 pair green socks, brown work shoes and brown belt.
Jewelry: Unknown.
Additional Personal Items: Brown shaving bag containing Cellini Cologne, suntan oil, Bonnie Bell lotion, toothbrush, Ultra Brite toothpaste, Bic razor and cleansing wipes.
The decedent fell from a rock formation in Euclid Creek Reservation in South Euclid, Ohio, and died from chest injuries.
Information from three males who spent some time with the man stated that his first name was Joe, that he spent some time in New York, New Jersey, and Los Angeles, California. He was on his way to Los Angeles when he was robbed in Cleveland. The man said he had an appointment in Los Angeles on May 3 1981, was waiting for friends to bring him either money or tickets for fare.
Agency Name: Cleveland Metroparks Ranger Department
Agency Contact Person: Sgt. Ernie Oerge
Agency Phone Number: 440-331-5530
Agency E-Mail: N/A
Agency Case Number: 81-1768
Agency Name: Cuyahoga County Medical Examiner's Office
Agency Contact Person: Anjanette Fischer
Agency Phone Number: 216-698-4267
Agency E-Mail: N/A
Agency Case Number: 181032
NCIC Case Number: U118876974
NamUs Case Number: 7980
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ID Wanted
Added: Prior to 2005; Last Updated: 5/24/19
Questions or comments? Please contact appropriate member of the Area Team
** Listed information may be estimated.
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