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Charlotte Church John Doe kit #7498

Charlotte Church John Doe 1988 (NC)

Kit # 7498

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Ramapo College of New Jersey Case Summary

During a lot clearing on March 21, 1988, the partial skeletal remains of Charlotte Church John Doe were found on Church street in Charlotte, North Carolina. The man was determined to be African American, was 50-60 years of age at the time of his death, and was 5’5” to 5’7” in height. He had likely died in 1981-1986.

Near his remains, an olive green dress shirt with sleeves cut off and a safety pin on the right front pocket were discovered.

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