Case 1

Date

  • December 3, 2000

Unidentified Caucasian/Hispanic Male

  • Berrien County, Benton Township, Michigan
  • Remains: Skeletal
  • This individual is thought to have died 3 to 9 months prior to discovery

Vital Statistics

  • Estimated age: 35 - 50 years old
  • Approximate Height : 5 feet 2 inches -  5 feet 7 inches

Distinguishing Characteristics

  • Dark brown to black, straight hair.

Dentals

Available. Several teeth missing with no filling or bridgework found in the victim's teeth.

Clothing

  • Wrangler blue jeans, unknown size
  • Dark socks
  • Fruit of the Loom striped briefs size 36-38
  • Black leather belt
  • Purple short sleeve T-shirt, Jersey brand, size XL 46 with "Music City USA, Nashville, Tennessee." imprinted

Circumstances

On December 3, 2000, the Berrien County Sheriff's Department recovered the skeletal remains of the man in Benton Township.

Investigating Agency

  • Berrien County Sheriff's Department
  • Det. Sgt. Mike Danneffel: 269-983-7141, ext. 7245
  • NCIC Number: U-430001065