Seminole County deputies released facial reconstruction images Wednesday of a man found dead about 20 years ago.
Investigators said workers clearing away brush for a drainage survey on South Econ Circle found skeletal remains in a wooded area in unincorporated Oviedo in 1998.
Deputies said the remains had been there for at least a year.
“It appeared to the anthropologist that the remains had been there for likely several years,” said Sgt. Christie Register of the major crimes unit.
Despite numerous attempts to identify the man, it has remained a “John Doe” case.
Investigators believe the man was in his late 20s to early 40s.
New Balance tennis shoes were found at the scene, along with Quicksilver, Instinct and Speedo brand clothing.
“One thing that is distinct is his teeth. He had some dental work, had a bridge, and anybody that might have a missing loved one that has dental records, it’s important that they submit them, so we can compare to them to what we have,” said Register.
Officials hope these new images help them identify the man.
Anyone with information about the case is asked to call the Seminole County Sheriff's Office at 407-665-6650 or Crimeline at 800-423-TIPS.
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