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This skull and mandible, originally designated "Undetermined Doe #03-01," was found in the open desert. The skull was that of a White or Hispanic male adult, between 25 and 35 years of age. Identity may only be established with dental X-rays (on file) and DNA (refer to CODIS #BK-03-000457). Possible comparison with "smiling photographs" (showing teeth).
Date Found: 2001-06-25

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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
Michael Laine
Michael Laine
MP142402 • Missing since Aug 26, 2000 from San Bernardino, California
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Sex ✓Male
Age 85%Est. 20–40 vs 30
Race 100%White
Location 99%14 mi away, same county
TimingFound 10 months after last seen
75%Possible
John Troyer
John Troyer
MP15497 • Missing since Dec 16, 1999 from San Bernardino, California
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Sex ✓Male
Age 85%Est. 20–40 vs 36 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 99%15 mi away, same county
TimingFound 18 months after last seen

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.