RCMP in Richmond hope that someone in B.C. will be able to identify a man who was found floating in the south arm of the Fraser River in 1976.
The body of the man was found by the government dredging vessel Samson V on June 23rd, 1976. The deceased man was found floating near the No. 4 Road dyke but his identity has remained a mystery. When found, the man was wearing size 36 jeans, two pairs of socks, and a single size nine leather slip-on boot.
He is described as a light-skinned male of Aboriginal descent, with blue eyes and gray hair. He is believed to be in his late 40s to early 50s, around 5’9”, and weighing between 170 and 200 pounds.
Medical evidence suggested that he underwent spinal fusion surgery somewhere in North America, perhaps during the 1960s. An autopsy revealed that the male's rear molars were missing. The pathologist determined that cause of death was due to drowning. There was no indication of foul play.
Files relating to missing males around the time were cross-referenced but no matches were found. Fingerprint and dental record matching have been unsuccessful.
This file remains open with the Richmond RCMP Serious Crime Unit. Investigators are seeking the public's help for any information that may assist us in identifying this male. Any information or inquiries can be directed to Corporal Bob Basanti at the Richmond RCMP Serious Crime Unit at 604-278-1212.
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