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The National Missing and Unidentified Persons System (NamUs)
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Date of Discovery: February 15, 2024
Location of Discovery: Salinas, Monterey County, California
Sex: Male
Measured Height: 5'10"
Measured Weight: 210 pounds
ME/C Case Number: 2024-00159
Summary
In 2024, the remains of an unidentified male were discovered in a tent in Salinas, California. The remains belong to an individual of unknown age and ethnicity, labeled presently as a 2024 John Doe. Despite exhaustive investigative efforts, the identity of the individual is as yet unresolved. The NamUs case ID assigned to this case is UP131073.In 2025, Othram was enlisted to leverage Forensic-Grade Genome Sequencing® and forensic genetic genealogy to aid in identifying this John Doe. For inquiries or further information, please contact the submitting agency, the Monterey County Sheriff-Coroner's Office. Jeffrey Squires can be reached at 831-755-3722, and is overseeing communication for this case.
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