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Orange County Asks Public to Help Identify Remains Found Near Santa Ana River Trail

Investigators request tips to the county coroner’s office, with forensic analysis and a facial approximation underway.

Overview

  • Remains were discovered on Oct. 11 off the Santa Ana River Trail near Yorba Regional Park in Anaheim.
  • Investigators estimate the decedent was a White man between 25 and 40 years old, about 5 feet 10 inches tall, possibly with short brown hair.
  • Clothing found included tan Dickies pants size 38×34, white Nike Air Force sneakers with white socks, and a black XL or XXL T-shirt with the word “fuego” on the front.
  • Despite the oversized clothing, detectives believe the man was of average size and build.
  • Coroner officials enlisted forensic artist Carl Koppelman to create a possible likeness, and tips are requested at 714-647-7400.