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Case Description

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Unknown black male, probably homeless, was found on a burning mattress on the street at West 179th Street and Cedar Avenue. It is unclear if the fire was started accidentally or intentionally.
Date Found: 1990-06-20

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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.

79%Possible
Fred Lee
Fred Lee
MP58051 • Missing since Jun 9, 1986 from Groton, Connecticut
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Sex ✓Male
Age 85%Est. 20–40 vs 26 when missing
Race 100%Black
Location 75%102 mi away
TimingFound 4 years after last seen
Height 100%5'7" vs 5'8"
Weight 100%140 lb vs 140 lb
Hair 100%Black vs Black
Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
77%Possible
Craig White
Craig White
MP50950 • Missing since Feb 23, 1990 from Whitesboro, New Jersey
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Sex ✓Male
Age 80%Est. 20–40 vs 18
Race 100%Black
Location 68%136 mi away
TimingFound 4 months after last seen
Height 100%5'7" vs 5'6"–5'7"
Weight 100%140 lb vs 130 lb
Hair 60%Black vs Brown
Eyes 100%Brown 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.