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Case Description

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found in dense wooded area, bullet wound entering left temple area and exit in approximate area of right side
Date Found: 1974-09-08

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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.

80%Moderate
Nelson Souza
Nelson Souza
MP22731 • Missing since Jan 6, 1974 from Bayshore, New York
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 55–65 vs 56
Race 100%White
Location 90%48 mi away, same state
TimingFound 8 months after last seen
Height 84%5'4" vs 5'6"
Hair 60%Brown vs Black
76%Possible
Walter Lawton
Walter Lawton
MP50250 • Missing since Jun 7, 1971 from White Haven, Pennsylvania
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 55–65 vs 64 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 73%110 mi away
TimingFound 3 years after last seen
Height 100%5'4" vs 5'3"
Hair 40%Brown vs Gray

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.