Harish Morajo Patel

Date Found: February 10, 1983

Location: Elk City, Oklahoma

Investigating Agency: Oklahoma State Bureau of Investigation

(800)522-8017

On February 10, 1983, Harish Morajo Patel, a 23-year-old East Indian man, was found murdered in the office of a motel in Elk City, Oklahoma. The cause of death was a gunshot wound, and authorities believe the motive behind the crime was robbery.

Anyone with information about the incident or who might have seen anything unusual around the time of Patel’s death is encouraged to contact the OSBI at 800-522-8017. The investigation remains open, and any leads could be crucial in solving this case.