The person at the center of this case
Unknown Male
Violent Crime · Open
12 years waiting · since 2013
JOHN DOE - YORK, PENNSYLVANIA
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person
Lead #1Who is the unidentified male victim and what is his identity?
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evidence
Lead #2Can DNA analysis or dental records help identify the remains?
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Lead #3The black leather jacket, Knocker brand boxer shorts, and purple Mongoose sunglasses may help identify the victim through retail records or personal connections.
On November 18, 2013, unidentified human remains of a male were discovered in a wooded area in West Manchester Township, York County, Pennsylvania. The victim had been deceased for an estimated 3 to 10 years before discovery, making identification challenging. Investigators seek public assistance in identifying the deceased male and determining the circumstances of his death.
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York County Police Department / Pennsylvania State Police
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Lead #4What events occurred during the 3 to 10 year period before discovery that led to the victim's death?
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suspect
Lead #5Are there any missing persons reports from the region matching the victim's estimated age and timeframe?
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Source Narrative
York, Pennsylvania November 18, 2013 On Monday, November 18, 2013, the unidentified human remains of a male subject were discovered in a wooded area in West Manchester Township, York County, Pennsylvania. Post mortem interval is greater than 3 years and as much as 10 years.
For additional information and photographs regarding this victim, refer to the National Missing and Unidentified Persons System (NamUs) unidentified remains database, case report number UP# 12047. Remarks: The victim wore a black leather jacket, size unknown; Knocker brand boxer shorts, small size, with blue and red checks; and a pair of purple Mongoose sunglasses.
Timeline of Events
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2013-11-18
Human Remains Discovered
Unidentified male remains found in wooded area in West Manchester Township, York County, Pennsylvania. Post mortem interval estimated between 3 and 10 years.
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Case Information
Incident:November 18, 2013
Last Updated:October 29, 2026
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Case Information
Incident:November 18, 2013
Last Updated:October 29, 2026