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Man found dead on train tracks in Detroit still unidentified 21 years later

Body found on June 11, 2001

June 11, 2001 Detroit John Doe sketch. (NamUs)

DETROIT – It has been 21 years since a man was found dead on train tracks in Detroit. He still hasn’t been identified.

He was found dead on train tracks by police after they were notified by a railroad conductor in Detroit on June 11, 2001.

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He had a recognizable face and officials have released a sketch of him.

He had short brown/grey hair and a receding hairline. He had blue eyes.

He was wearing a blue and white grey striped button-up shirt, blue tie, grey slacks, and Atlantic brand underwear. He was also wearing white socks and Wolfe Island brand black-sports style sandals.

He is believed to have been 40 to 55 years old. He was 6′2′' and weighed 190 lbs.

Anyone with information should contact the Detroit Police Department at 313-596-1800. Case No. is 01-091928.


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June 11, 2001 Detroit John Doe sketch. (NamUs)

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