May 21, 2009
The autopsy performed on the skeletal remains found yesterday along the Des Plaines River near Channahon did not reveal much in the way of identification even as far as race or sex. Only a partial skeleton was recovered, excluding the skull. Death estimated to be several months or more. Also found were “shreds of blue jeans” and some cash. DNA testing pending. Something tells me it will take less than two weeks.
Coroner’s statement (emphasis added)
The Office of Will County Coroner Patrick K. O’Neil is reporting the forensic examination results of partial skeletal remains that were discovered on Wednesday, May 20, 2009. The preliminary forensic examination performed today, May 21, 2009, did not reveal any significant information in reference to the identity, race or sex of the skeletal remains. The partial skeletal remains consisted of a rib cage, spinal column and partial left and right femur bones. The head, arms and below the knee extremities were disarticulated. The search continues for the missing remains. A forensic investigation continues as to whether the disarticulation is a result of a postmortem (after death) artifact or antemortem injury.
O’Neil said, “Positive identification may hinge on forensic DNA analysis which is being expedited through the Illinois State Police Forensic Crime Laboratory. “
The Will County Coroner’s Office was given a conservative time frame in receiving forensic DNA and forensic anthropology results of approximately two (2) weeks.
A preliminary estimation of how long the unidentified person has been deceased is approximately several months or more.
Additional information: Some other items that were discovered include shreds of blue jeans that contained a small amount of U. S. currency.
The Illinois State Police is investigating the incident.
The cause and manner of death remain under investigation.
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