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Case File 1424UMLA



Reconstruction of Victim

Unidentified Black Male

The victim was discovered on January 4, 2008 in New Orleans, Orleans Parish, Louisiana

Estimated Date of Death: 3 months to 3 years prior

Skeletal Remains

Vital Statistics



Estimated age : 45-60 years old

: 45-60 years old Approximate Height and Weight : 70".

: 70". Distinguishing Characteristics : Dark hair, tightly curled. Healed fracture to the nose. Extensive vertebral osteophytosis C3-C5.

: Dark hair, tightly curled. Healed fracture to the nose. Extensive vertebral osteophytosis C3-C5. Clothing : A short-sleeve light-colored shirt with buttons, size medium; black long-sleeved hooded sweatshirt with 'Z-Trip' in white on front; 'Jerzees' brand blue long-sleeved hooded sweatshirt; 'Altus' brand back support belt with '#5-D' handwritten on the label; 'Sears' brand 'Safe-T-Lift' back support belt.

: A short-sleeve light-colored shirt with buttons, size medium; black long-sleeved hooded sweatshirt with 'Z-Trip' in white on front; 'Jerzees' brand blue long-sleeved hooded sweatshirt; 'Altus' brand back support belt with '#5-D' handwritten on the label; 'Sears' brand 'Safe-T-Lift' back support belt. Dentals : Available

: Available DNA: Available

Case History

The victim was located in an abandoned building at the C.J. Peete public housing complex ahead of a planned demolition.

Though the development had been fenced in and closed since before Hurricane Katrina hit in August 2005, people had apparently stayed there. Blankets, food and an ice chest also were found.

An examination of the skeletal remains showed no injuries, and the man probably died of natural causes.

Investigators

If you have any information about this case please contact:

Agency Name: LSU FACES Lab Agency Contact Person: Dr. Ginesse Listi Agency Phone Number: 225-578-3906 E-Mail Orleans Parish Coroners Office

504-658-9660

You may remain anonymous when submitting information.

Agency Case Number:

08-02

Source Information:

FACES Lab

Namus