Raafat (Ralph) Nasser-Eddin

Raafat (Ralph) Nasser-Eddin

Entered by Joss Leal

Case Details

Raafat “Ralph” Nasser-Eddin from Los Angeles, California was reported missing on June 13, 2017. Nasser-Eddin was last seen near Hermit Camp on the Hermit Trail on June 11, 2017.

On December 20, 2017, participants of a private Colorado river trip were hiking up towards the Monument Creek drainage when they came across human remains. Investigating Rangers located evidence at the scene that indicated the human remains were most likely those of Nasser-Eddin.

The remains were located approximately 2.5 miles from his last known location, in an off-trail area of the Tonto Platform.

According to source,

Grand Canyon National Park is working with the Coconino County Medical Examiner’s Office to confirm the identify of the remains. No additional information is available at this time.

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: Tuesday, June 13, 2017 (8 years ago)
Date Found: Wednesday, December 20, 2017 (7 years ago)

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Points of Interest

POIs

On Hermit Trail, Near Hermit Camp

Last Known Location

2.5 Miles From His Last Known Location, on an Off-trail Area of Tonto Platform

Body Found

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Monday, January 8, 2024 (1 year ago)

Missing NPF Public Identification Number (MPID) 10226

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