Unidentified Person

February 2000 Maricopa County John Doe

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Last updated: March 12, 2023
February 3, 2000

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Overview of February 2000 Maricopa County John Doe

The decedent was found in a canal on the Salt River Reservation near State Route 87 north of Gilbert Road. He died of drowning and a head injury. Detectives believe the decedent had been in the canal for a few days.

Estimated Date of Death: Several days prior State of Remains: Unknown Cause of Death: Drowning and a head injury

Dentals: Available, several missing teeth Fingerprints: Unknown DNA: Available, entered into CODIS

Clothing: Brown jacket, black sweatshirt, a red sweatshirt, 2 white t-shirts, blue jeans, and black tennis shoes (see photo). Jewelry: Unknown Additional Personal Items: Unknown

The Doe Network Case Number: 920UMAZ

Information

Date Found:February 3, 2000
NAMUS Number:Not listed
Race:Caucasian / White
Gender:Male
Height:5'11"
Weight:160 lbs.
Hair Color:Brown and graying

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