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Description:
On May 27, 1998, an employee of the local water treatment plant was driving near Redbud Trail in Austin, Texas, when he discovered the body of a man hanging from a tree. The trail is a half mile loop popular with hikers located near caves that were often inhabited by people experiencing homelessness.
The man was Caucasian, and estimated to be between 20-35 years old, approximately 6’ tall and 150-155 pounds. He had hazel eyes, slightly wavy brown hair and a full beard and mustache. His dental work had been extensive. Scars were also present on the inside of both wrists.
He was discovered wearing a green dress shirt, black Dockers pants, a camouflage hat, brown belt and black Nike sneakers. He was also wearing a Timex watch with a broken band. Other items recovered near the body included eyeglasses, a Bible, a black flashlight and a 10-speed bicycle.
His cause of death was determined to be suicide by hanging.
NamUs ID: UP8560
Date Body Found: 5/27/1998
Race: White/Caucasian
Sex: Male
Estimated Age: 20-35
Estimated PMI: 24 hours
Agency of Jurisdiction:
Travis County Medical Examiners Office
Sandra Call
512-854-9599
More Information:
https://www.namus.gov/UnidentifiedPersons/Case#/8560/details?nav
https://www.doenetwork.org/cases/750umtx.html
https://www.dps.texas.gov/mpch/Unidentified/unDetails/U9812001
https://unidentified-awareness.fandom.com/wiki/Travis_County_John_Doe_(May_1998)
Status:
Research in Progress
Image Credit:
Texas Department of Public Safety
Last Updated: May 6, 2024
