Mill Valley John Doe 1974

Description:

On June 20, 1974, the skeletal remains of an unidentified boy were discovered on a dirt road that runs between Buena Vista Avenue and Circle Avenue, north of the Mill Valley Golf Course Club House at 280 Buena Vista Avenue, Mill Valley, California, 94941. Based on the condition of his remains, he had likely died up to 2 years prior to discovery.

He was found wearing a blue tank top, red shorts with polka dots (possibly underwear), an olive green hooded parka type coat, and a green and white short sleeved knit shirt with green trim on the sleeves and neck. Also found with the remains was a red “ladybug” stick pin.

NamUs ID:

UP11847

Date Body Found:

June 20, 1974

Race:

Biracial

Sex:

Male

Estimated Age:

4-6

Estimated PMI:

Up to 2 years