The person at the center of this case
Unidentified White Male
Violent Crime · Unsolved
38 years waiting · since 1987
JOHN DOE - WARRENTON, MISSOURI
Justice for Unidentified White Male — the trail went cold in 1987, but the truth hasn't.
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Key leads to think about
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evidence
Lead #11983 gold-colored Kansas City International Airport token found in victim's pocket - could indicate victim's connection to Kansas City area or recent travel
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evidence
Lead #2Irregular scar right of mid-line approximately 2 inches long, possibly from untreated gunshot wound - distinctive identifying mark
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evidence
Lead #3Victim wearing 1987 Rose Bowl t-shirt, Oscar De La Renta jeans, and Nike high-tops - clothing brands and merchandise timing could narrow identification window
On May 26, 1987, an unidentified white male was discovered decapitated and dismembered along Highway W in Warren County, Missouri, having been exposed for an estimated 4-5 days. The victim's identity remains unknown despite distinctive clothing, a Kansas City airport token, and a possible old gunshot wound scar that could help identify him. Anyone with information about missing persons matching this description or suspicious activity in the area during May 1987 is urged to contact the Warren County Sheriff's Office or FBI.
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clue
Lead #4Body was dismembered and dumped, suggesting premeditated crime and possible connection to organized activity or violent offender
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witness
Lead #5Who was reported missing in Kansas City area or Missouri in May 1987 matching this physical description?
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Source Narrative
Warrenton, Missouri May 26, 1987 On May 26, 1987, the body of an unidentified White male was found along Highway W in Warren County, Missouri. It is estimated that he had been there for 4-5 days prior to discovery.
The victim was found decapitated and his hands were cut off. He had an irregular scar described as being "right of the mid-line," approximately 2" in length.
This scar is possibly from an old gunshot wound that was not treated professionally. The victim was wearing: dark blue, short sleeve, "1987 Rose Bowl" t-shirt, size 1XL; blue jeans (Oscar De La Renta brand, unknown size) were hemmed 2 inches with frayed ends; belt (Justin brand), white Jockey underwear (JC Penny brand), white Nike high top tennis shoes, size 9, possibly new (due to clean soles).
The victim had 82 cents in his front pocket, along with a 1983 gold-colored token from the Kansas City International Airport. It is believed the victim was killed elsewhere and his body was dumped.
Timeline of Events
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1987-05-26
Body discovered along Highway W
Decapitated and dismembered body of unidentified white male found along Highway W in Warren County, Missouri. Estimated time of death 4-5 days prior.
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1987-05-21
Estimated time of death
Victim believed to have been killed 4-5 days before discovery, placing death around May 21-22, 1987.
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Case Information
Incident:May 26, 1987
Last Updated:May 10, 2026
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Case Information
Incident:May 26, 1987
Last Updated:May 10, 2026