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Case Description

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The partially decomposed body of an unidentified man was found in the Mississippi River approximately 300 yards north of the I-494 bridge on April 5, 1987. The body was originally recovered near the Armour Meat Packing Complex in South St. Paul (the Armour plant no longer exists and has been replaced by local businesses). There was a bible track from Spiritual Life Ministries found in the back pocket of his jeans. His estimated age is 20-35, with dental records indicating the decedent may be upwards of 40 years old. The decedent is likely Caucasian or a light-skinned African-American. The body was in the water for a minimum of 2 weeks to as long as 6 months.
Date Found: 1987-04-05

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Possible Missing Person Matches (2)

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.

76%Possible
Steven Shimota
Steven Shimota
MP12976 • Missing since Apr 20, 1985 from Minnetonka, Minnesota
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Sex ✓Male
Age 85%Est. 20–40 vs 21 when missing
Location 97%22 mi away, same state
TimingFound 24 months after last seen
Height 100%5'11" vs 5'11"
Weight 100%170 lb vs 170 lb
Hair 60%Black vs Brown
75%Possible
William Squire
William Squire
MP12969 • Missing since Oct 25, 1982 from Hastings, Minnesota
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Sex ✓Male
Age 85%Est. 20–40 vs 27 when missing
Location 99%13 mi away, same county
TimingFound 4 years after last seen
Height 100%5'11" vs 5'11"
Weight 100%170 lb vs 180 lb
Hair 60%Black vs Brown

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.