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On February 27, 2015, the body of Joseph Charles Peterson was discovered in Fort Myers, Florida, marking the beginning of an unclaimed person case that would challenge local authorities. The discovery of Mr. Peterson's body led to an investigation by the Fort Myers Police Department. Despite their determined efforts, including extensive research and outreach, law enforcement officers were unable to locate any next of kin (NOK) to claim his remains. This situation placed Mr. Peterson's identity a ...Read More
Date Found: 02/27/2015
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Victim Details

2019-01-25T16:49:09.097

2019-05-17T14:55:35.48

54957

UCP54957

9485

Joseph

Charles

Peterson

White / Caucasian

White / Caucasian

Male

02/27/2015

Ft Myers

Florida

Lee County

33901

No

9520

Fort Myers Police Department

Fort Myers

Florida

Lee County

2210 Widman Way, , Fort Myers, Florida

2393217700

Local

Law Enforcement

Gray or Partially Gray

5cm curly, mixed brown and gray hair

Brown

Brown

11/24/2025


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