The Lost and the Found

This unidentified female believed to be middle aged (aged 40 to 60) was found in Lake Michigan at Jones Island Pier #5 in May of 1974 in Milwaukee, WI. A pair of crutches was found in a barrel on top of the pier. She was believed to be Native American, Hispanic, or possibly Italian descent. Perhaps the best clue was a wedding ring. The ring had an inscription on the inside: Emiliano 28-1-1953.

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NamUs UP # 7792

ME/C Case Number: 1974-0956
Milwaukee County, Wisconsin
40 to 60 year old White Female

Case Report - NamUs UP # 7792
Case Information
Status Unidentified
Case number 1974-0956
Date found May 05, 1974 13:20
Date created September 05, 2010 10:17
Date last modified May 15, 2017 09:38
Investigating agency
date QA reviewed June 06, 2011 23:10

Local Contact (ME/C or Other)
Agency Milwaukee Cnty Med Examiners Ofc
Phone 414-223-1200
Case Manager
Name Genevieve Penn
Phone 414-223-1200

Demographics
Estimated age Adult - Pre 60
Minimum age 40 years
Maximum age 60 years
Race White
Ethnicity Other
Sex Female
Weight (pounds) 147, Measured
Height (inches) 62, Measured
Body Parts Inventory (Check all that apply)
All parts recovered
Body conditions
Recognizable face
Probable year of death 1974 to 1974
Estimated postmortem interval 1 Months

Circumstances
Location Found
GPS coordinates
Address 1 South SIde of Pier #5 (Jones Island)
Address 2 Lake Michigan
City Milwaukee
State Wisconsin
Zip code 53207
County Milwaukee
Circumstances
This unidentified female believed to be middle aged (aged 40 to 60) was found in Lake Michigan at Jones Island Pier #5 in May of 1974 in Milwaukee, WI. A pair of crutches was found in a barrel on top of the pier. She was believed to be Native American, Hispanic, or possibly Italian descent. Perhaps the best clue was a wedding ring. The ring had an inscription on the inside: Emiliano 28-1-1953.

Physical
Hair color Black
Head hair
Hair was dark or black with slight graying. The length was not noted but in photo does not appear short
Left eye color Unknown or Missing
Right eye color Unknown or Missing
Eye description
Decomposition

No other distinctive body features

Artificial body parts
and aids
Pair of crutches was found in a barrel at the pier, relationship to the decedent is unknown.

Other medical
information
Decomposed, heavier build, and uterus appeared post menopausal. Blood alcohol was 0.13.

Clothing and accessories are described below
Clothing on body
Light blue or khaki jacket with label "Misty Harbor LTD" Zepel. Manufactured in Boston.
Olive sweater
Brown Levi's with large side pockets closed by copper snaps.
Red belt
Yellow bra and underwear
Clothing with body
All clothing on body
Footwear
Black leather boots
Calf length yellow knit stockings
Jewelry
Mickey Mouse Watch with gray band
Gold colored religious medal on a gold colored chain
Gold colored wedding band with inscription (Emiliano 28-1-1953)
Eyewear
None found
Other items found
with body
Three keys on a ring with a leather tab with smiling face inscribed
Plastic container with upper denture
$63.75

Dental
Status: Dental information / charting is available and entered

DNA
Status: Sample submitted - Tests complete

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871UFWI - Unidentified Female



Date of Discovery: May 5, 1974
Location of Discovery: Milwaukee, Milwaukee County, Wisconsin
Estimated Date of Death: 1 month prior
State of Remains: Recognizable face
Cause of Death: Unknown

Physical Description
Estimated Age: 40-60 years old
Race: White, Native American or Hispanic
Gender: Female
Height: 4'11" to 5'02"
Weight: 140 to 160 lbs.
Hair Color: Dark black with slight graying. The length is not noted but did not appear short.
Eye Color: Unknown
Distinguishing Marks/Features: Uterus appeared post-menopausal. Blood alcohol was 0.13. Victim had Italian features. Heavy build.

Identifiers
Dentals: Available
Fingerprints: Available
DNA: Sample submitted - Tests complete

Clothing & Personal Items
Clothing: Light blue or khaki jacket ("Misty Harbor LTD" Zepel label. Manufactured in Boston.), olive sweater, brown Levi's with large side pockets closed by copper snaps, red belt, yellow bra and underwear, black leather boots, and calf-length yellow knit stockings.
Jewelry: Mickey Mouse watch with gray band, gold colored religious medal on a gold colored chain, gold colored wedding band with inscription "Emiliano 28-1-1953" on the inside.
Additional Personal Items: Three keys on a ring with a leather tab with smiling face; a plastic container with an upper denture; $63.75 in cash; pair of crutches was found in a barrel at the pier, relationship to the decedent is unknown.

Circumstances of Discovery
The decedent was found in Lake Michigan at Jones Island Pier #5 on May 5, 1974.

Investigating Agency(s)
Agency Name: Milwaukee County Medical Examiner's Office
Agency Contact Person: Jenni Penn
Agency Phone Number: 414-223-1200
Agency E-Mail: jenni.penn(at)milwcnty.com
Agency Case Number: 1974-0956

NCIC Case Number: Unknown
NamUs Case Number: 7792
Former Hot Case Number: 2163

Information Source(s)
NamUs Milwaukee County Medical Examiner

Admin Notes
Added: Prior to 2011; Last Updated: 10/30/2016

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Unidentified White/Hispanic/Native Female Discovery: May 5, 1974 Milwaukee, Wisconsin Estimated Date of Death: 1 month prior estimated Age: 40-60 years old You may remain anonymous when submitting information to any agency. If you have an info on this case. If you know who this victim may be or have an info concerning this case, please contact: Milwaukee County Medical Examiner's Office Jenni Penn 414-223-1200 For more info on this case http://doenetwork.org/cases/871ufwi.html

This unidentified female believed to be middle aged (aged 40 to 60) was found in Lake Michigan at Jones Island Pier #5 in May of 1974 in Milwaukee, WI.

Jones Island - Milwaukee, WI





Aerial view of Milwaukee Harbor and Jones Island facing south



Jones Island WWTP