John Doe Welcome Creek Wilderness

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Case Details

According to source,

MISSOULA, Mont. – On Saturday, August 9, 2014 a Missoula resident and recreationalist discovered human remains up the Rock Creek drainage in the Welcome Creek Wilderness.

According to Granite County Sheriff Scott Dunkerson, Granite County Search and Rescue, sheriff’s office and a member of the medical examiner’s office were able to located the remains on Sunday, August 10, 2014 around 1:30 p.m. The remains have since been sent to the Missoula Crime Lab for further investigation.

The Welcome Creek Wilderness is located approximately 25 miles east of Missoula. The 28,135-acre wilderness measures about 9 miles by 7 miles.

Distinguishing Marks

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Profession / Education

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Investigative Details

Foul Play Suspected: Unknown / Undisclosed
Suicide Suspected: Unknown / Undisclosed
Cause of Death: Undetermined / Unreleased

Significant Dates

Reported Missing: No Date Available
Date Found: Saturday, August 9, 2014 (11 years ago)

Entities

Granite County Sheriff's Department

Local Law Enforcement

Missoula County Sheriff’s Department

Local Law Enforcement

Points of Interest

POIs

Below or Around the Bidwell Gulch

Body Found

Viewers since 1/2/2024

Monday, January 8, 2024 (1 year ago)

Missing NPF Public Identification Number (MPID) 10295

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