Absecon Homicide Victim from 2004 Still Unidentified

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Human remains found in Absecon, New Jersey in 2004 have still not been identified, despite extensive investigation and DNA testing. The Atlantic County Prosecutor's Office, FBI, and Absecon Police are asking the public for help in solving this decades-old homicide case.

Why it matters

This unsolved homicide case has remained a mystery for over 20 years, leaving the victim's identity and the circumstances of their death unknown. Solving cold cases like this one can provide closure for families, help identify victims, and potentially lead to the apprehension of perpetrators.

The details

On February 17, 2004, Absecon Police were called after human remains were discovered in a marshy area off Route 30. An autopsy determined the remains belonged to an adult male who had been dead for at least two months prior to discovery. No clothing or personal items were found at the scene. In 2023, DNA testing indicated the victim was potentially of South Asian descent, but no additional leads were developed.

• Human remains were discovered on February 17, 2004.
• The victim had been dead for at least two months prior to the discovery of the remains.
• In 2023, advanced DNA testing was conducted on the remains.

What’s next

The Atlantic County Prosecutor's Office is urging anyone with information about a missing South Asian relative or acquaintance between mid-to-late 2003 and early 2004 to contact them at (609) 909-7666.