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John Henry SANDERSON Missing Person Case

Last seen in BERENS RIVER MB, Manitoba on Oct 17, 1981

Victim Details

John Henry

SANDERSON

72

28

71 inches

71 inches

152 lbs

152 lbs

Indigenous

Male

Boots Rubber, Black Gloves Green, Brown Jacket Blue, Winter/parka Jacket Black Shirt Red, Plaid

Oct 17, 1981

BERENS RIVER MB

Manitoba

Berens River RCMP

Berens River

Manitoba

204-382-2436

204-382-2436

Law Enforcement

2015213445

Berens River RCMP

Black

Brown

Brown

Build: Slender/Thin; Complexion: Light/Fair

No


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On October 17, 1981, John Sanderson was with some friends in Berens River, Manitoba. He left in a 22' boat heading for Jackhead, Manitoba. Friends tried to stop him from leaving due to the high winds but he left anyway. On October 19, 1981, the boat that he had taken was found upside down and partly submerged near the shore of Pigeon Point. Gas cans that had been in the boat were also located. Searches were done by air and water but the body of John was never found. It is presumed that Mr. ...
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Last Seen: Oct 17, 1981

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