John Doe September 22, 1998 near Sardis, Ellis County, Texas
The Doe Network: Case File 541UMTX Reconstruction of Victim Unidentified White Male The victim was discovered on September 22, 1998 near Sardis, Ellis County, Texas Estimated Date of Death: 6 months – 1 year Cause of Death: Self-inflicted gunshot wound to the head. Skeletal Remains -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Vital Statistics Estimated age: 17 - 24 years old Approximate Height and Weight: 5'11" - 6'2" Distinguishing Characteristics: Blond hair. Clothing: White T-shirt, red/black/gray plaid button-up long sleeved flannel shirt, blue jeans, a size 34 belt, two pairs of socks and size 13 hiking boots. He had on one glove. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Case History The victim was located by a survey crew near Sardis, Texas on September 22, 1998. A handgun was found with the body, which was in a sleeping bag about 30 yards from the railroad tracks and across the highway from Midway Airport. A pocket knife and a handgun case were also found near the body. He may have been a transient. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Investigators If you have any information about this case please contact: Ellis County Sheriff's Office 972-825-4901 Or Texas Department of Public Safety 800-346-3243 You may remain anonymous when submitting information. Agency Case Number: U9812002 NCIC Number: U-161729136 Please refer to this number when contacting any agency with information regarding this case. Source Information: http://www.doenetwork.us/cases/541umtx.html