DETROIT – A man found dead in a field in Detroit 14 years ago still hasn’t been identified.
City workers found the body on September 5, 2008, facedown in a field and covered with maggots.
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Officials said the body was partially clothed and found on a blanket. The position of the body and position of the clothing indicated the man collapsed while urinating.
He was wearing a long-sleeved plaid collared and buttoned shirt with the sleeves rolled up to the elbows. He also had black jeans with a burgundy leather belt and socks. He was wearing black and gray Nike brand gym shoes.
| Details | John Doe |
|---|---|
| Age | 30-50 |
| Height | 5′8′' |
| Weight | 175 lbs |
| Hair | Black |
Anyone with information should contact the Detroit Police Department at 313-596-1800.
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