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Unidentified Uncertain Male
Age 0-0
from Des Moines, Iowa

Case Description
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These remains were found on 03/09/1972 in Des Moines (Polk County), IA.
Date Found: 1972-03-09
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  • Unidentified Person / NamUs #UP10850
    • Victim Details

    Dec 14, 2012

    Jul 17, 2023

    15796

    10-1394

    Cannot Determine

    24725

    Uncertain

    Uncertain

    Male

    1972

    1972-03-09

    Des Moines

    Iowa

    Polk County

    11403

    Des Moines Police Department

    Des Moines

    Iowa

    Polk County

    25 East 1st Street, , Des Moines, Iowa

    5152834864

    Local

    Law Enforcement


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