Unidentified Person

1971 Milwaukee County John Doe

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Last updated: March 26, 2023
Milwaukee, WI
September 11, 1971

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Overview of 1971 Milwaukee County John Doe

On September 11, 1971, a fetus at 7-1/2 months gestation was found dead in an alleyway trash can near 2436 West Kilbourn Avenue by a man rummaging through the trash.

He had been wrapped in a towel labeled "YMCA" and then placed in a dark green Kohl's paper bag.

Found near his body was a red rubber catheter, 42.3cm long, 6mm in diameter, and marked Davolater.

Estimated Date of Death: Hours prior State of Remains: Recognizable face Cause of Death: Unknown

Dentals: Unavailable Fingerprints: Unknown DNA: Unknown

Clothing: None Jewelry: None Additional Personal Items: Unknown

The Doe Network Case Number: 3769UMWI

Information

Date Found:September 11, 1971
NAMUS Number:9575
Race:Caucasian / White
Gender:Male
Height:1'3"
Weight:2 lbs
Hair Color:Brown

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