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Unidentified White / Caucasian Male
Age 25-60
from Portland, Oregon


Victim Details

Jan 1, 2014

Jan 16, 2024

8107

97-1504

Adult

25

60

14005

71 inches

200 lbs

White / Caucasian

White / Caucasian

Male

Months

1936

1972

1996

1997

May 19, 1997

Portland

Oregon

Multnomah County

1

, , ,

Red/Auburn

dark brown to auburn, ~10 inches long

dark auburn

Unknown

Unknown

  • Tattoo: Left upper arm: logo of rock group "AC/DC" Ventral left forearm: abstract design of a woman admixed with flames Upper right arm: red and black Celtic cross

  • Accessories: Pink BIC lighter
  • Clothing: Faded and tattered blue denim jacket, size L; red short-sleeve T-shirt with "San Francisco 49er's" logo on chest, abdomen and arms; teal gree long sleeved T-shirt with left breast pocket; "LEVIS" brand denim jeans, W33xL34; white athletic socks with blue piping; brief-style white underwear with vertical blue stripes
  • Footwear: Dark blue and white high-top athletic shoes, "REEBOK" brand, size 11
  • Jewelry: Black cord around neck, but no associated pendant


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Case Description

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The body of a stocky, reddish-brown-haired male with facial hair was found floating in the Willamette River north of the Steel Bridge on April 19, 1997. Teeth appeared to be crooked in life. Please see physical descriptors and tattoo descriptions for additional information; distinct tattoos present.
Date Found: 1997-05-19

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  • Unidentified Person / NamUs #UP11911

    • Possible Missing Person Matches (8)

    Missing persons whose details are consistent with these remains, ranked by how closely they compare. Fields that are unknown in either case are left out of the score.

    Values read: this case vs the missing person.

    77%Possible
    Timothy Moreau
    Timothy Moreau
    MP21377 • Missing since Jan 22, 1990 from Portland, Oregon
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 60%Est. 25–60 vs 21 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 100%Same area, same county
    TimingFound 7 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'11" vs 6'0"–6'2"
    Weight 84%200 lb vs 160–170 lb
    Hair 100%Red vs Red
    76%Possible
    Paul St. Claire
    Paul St. Claire
    MP20041 • Missing since Apr 23, 1996 from West Linn, Oregon
    View case
    Sex ✓Male
    Age 60%Est. 25–60 vs 51 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 100%11 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 13 months after last seen
    Height 84%5'11" vs 5'9"
    Weight 90%200 lb vs 160–175 lb
    Hair 50%Red vs Brown
    76%Possible
    Joseph Babcock
    Joseph Babcock
    MP158933 • Missing since May 11, 1997 from Stayton, Oregon
    View case
    Sex ✓Male
    Age 60%Est. 25–60 vs 22
    Race 100%White
    Location 89%49 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 8 days after last seen
    Height 100%5'11" vs 5'11"
    Weight 91%200 lb vs 175 lb
    Hair 50%Red vs Brown
    75%Possible
    Jimmy Heavener
    Jimmy Heavener
    MP112216 • Missing since May 2, 1993 from Deer Island, Oregon
    View case
    Sex ✓Male
    Age 60%Est. 25–60 vs 42 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 94%31 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 4 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'11" vs 6'0"
    Weight 94%200 lb vs 230 lb
    Hair 40%Red vs Gray
    75%Possible
    Jarvis Sayler
    Jarvis Sayler
    MP59028 • Missing since Oct 1, 1988 from Vancouver, Washington
    View case
    Sex ✓Male
    Age 60%Est. 25–60 vs 37 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 99%13 mi away
    TimingFound 9 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'11" vs 6'0"
    Weight 100%200 lb vs 180–190 lb
    Hair 50%Red vs Blond
    75%Possible
    Keith Wige
    Keith Wige
    MP25565 • Missing since Nov 9, 1992 from Portland, Oregon
    View case
    Sex ✓Male
    Age 60%Est. 25–60 vs 24 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 100%Same area, same county
    TimingFound 5 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'11" vs 5'10"
    Weight 70%200 lb vs 160 lb
    Hair 50%Red vs Brown
    75%Possible
    Dennis Svoboda
    Dennis Svoboda
    MP19097 • Missing since Jan 21, 1996 from Longview, Washington
    View case
    Sex ✓Male
    Age 60%Est. 25–60 vs 47 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 90%46 mi away
    TimingFound 16 months after last seen
    Height 100%5'11" vs 6'0"
    Weight 78%200 lb vs 165 lb
    Hair 50%Red vs Brown
    75%Possible
    Michael Simmons
    Michael Simmons
    MP14415 • Missing since Aug 23, 1995 from Scotts Mills, Oregon
    View case
    Sex ✓Male
    Age 60%Est. 25–60 vs 36 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 94%32 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 21 months after last seen
    Height 100%5'11" vs 5'11"
    Weight 100%200 lb vs 210 lb
    Hair 15%Red vs Black

    These comparisons are generated automatically from public NamUs case data and are not confirmed identifications. Only DNA, dental or fingerprint comparison by investigators can confirm an identity. If you believe two cases are connected, contact the agency handling this case.

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