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In April 2002, a case emerged in Washington that has since lingered unresolved, challenging both investigators and community members alike. On April 22nd of that year, the body of Melvin B. Rateau, an unclaimed individual, was discovered in the area. Despite the passage of time, very little is known about the circumstances surrounding his death, leaving numerous questions unanswered.
The jurisdiction for this case falls under the Spokane County Medical Examiner’s Office, which has been ...Read More
Date Found: 04/22/2002
The jurisdiction for this case falls under the Spokane County Medical Examiner’s Office, which has been ...Read More
Date Found: 04/22/2002
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993
UCP993
1180
Melvin
B
Rateau
Uncertain
Uncertain
Male
04/22/2002
Washington
1173
Spokane County Medical Examiner's Office
Spokane
Washington
Spokane County
102 South Spokane Street, , Spokane, Washington
5094772296
County
Medical Examiner
2002-814
11/30/2025
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