Colgate John Doe 1983

Colgate John Doe 1983

Date Found: November 26th, 1983

Location Found: Coalgate, Oklahoma

Physical characteristics: between the ages of 50 and 70 years old, and approximately 5′ 7″ tall.

Investigating Agency: Coal County Sheriff’s Office

(580) 927-3227

The remains of a mixed race male were found on November 26th, 1983 in Colgate. The body was found under a rock ledge with a piece of wood supporting the body. His skull was found about 10 feet away from him. Its believed the man stood at 5 foot 7 inches tall and was between the ages of 50 and 70. Authorities believed the man had died years before his was found, as early as 1980.

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