
In August 1993 the mostly decomposed body of a middle-aged white male was discovered by a photographer near the Soo Line tracks near Pleasant Prairie, Kenosha County, Wisconsin. He stood 5′ 11″ and had a medium to slender build. He had long black hair and a black and grey mustache. On his left forearm he had a large distinctive tattoo consisting of leaves, overlapping panther claws, and a snake.
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Kenosha John Doe 1993 - DNA Doe Project Cases
Description In August 1993 the mostly decomposed body of a middle-aged white male was discovered by a photographer near the Soo Line tracks near Pleasant Prairie, Kenosha County, Wisconsin. He stood 5′ 11″ and had a medium to slender build. He had long black hair and a black and grey mustache...




Date of Discovery: August 27, 1993
Location of Discovery: Kenosha County, Wisconsin
Estimated Date of Death: Four months prior
State of Remains: Partial skeletal
Cause of Death: Unknown
Estimated Age: 39-60 years old
Race: Unknown, possibly Hispanic, Native American, White or an admixture.
Gender: Male
Height: 5'11" to 6'1"
Weight: Unknown
Hair Color: Black with black/gray mustache.
Eye Color: Unknown
Distinguishing Marks/Features: Tattoo on left forearm of a dragonfly, bear claw and a face. Slender, medium build.
Dentals: Available. Had four upper front teeth.
Fingerprints: Not available.
DNA: Available.
Clothing: White T shirt (appeared dyed red), grey Jordache jeans, one heavy sock on left foot.
Jewelry: Unknown
Additional Personal Items: Unknown
The decedent's remains were found in Kenosha County, Wisconsin, on August 27, 1993.
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