NY White Male – Brooklyn, New York (January 17, 2000) – Known Locally as “Erik”

[Nate_Bro]

On January 17, 2000, an unidentified male was found deceased behind a supermarket in Brooklyn, specifically behind a store opposite 2137 Bragg Street in New York City.

The man was reportedly known to members of the local community as “Erik,” believed to be a Polish man who lived behind the supermarket. Despite this apparent familiarity, his true identity has never been confirmed.

Authorities estimated the man was between 40 and 60 years old at the time of his death. His remains were recovered intact and his face was recognizable, but no confirmed identification has been made.

Physical Description

• Sex: Male
• Race/Ethnicity: White / Caucasian
• Estimated Age: 40–60
• Height: 5’6” (66 inches)
• Weight: 154 lbs
• Hair: Brown, curly, approximately 2 inches long, receding hairline
• Eyes: Brown

Clothing and Accessories

The man was wearing multiple layers of clothing at the time he was found:

• Blue “Manhattan Cable TV” work coat
• Two blue sweaters
• One white sweater
• Levi blue jeans
• White sweat socks
• White Roebucks Lites hi-top boots (size 9D)
  

• Date Found: January 17, 2000
• Location: Brooklyn, Kings County, New York
• NamUs Case Number: UP6017
• Medical Examiner Case: K00-00367
• Estimated Year of Death: 2000
• Condition: Recognizable face; all remains recovered

Circumstances

The man was reportedly living behind the supermarket where he was discovered. Residents in the area referred to him as “Erik” and believed he was Polish, but investigators have not been able to verify his identity through official records.

It is unknown whether “Erik” was his real name or simply a nickname used by the local community.

 

[Nate_Bro]

Does he look 63? I can find only one Polish born man that matches. Erik Woczewski. He was listed as a lodger at 13yo with an Austrian family in a 1950 census and it doesn't look like his parents came with him, although I can find no immigration details.

 

[Beekarina]

I would say 63 is possible, given the age range. It is hard to know how long the man was living rough or other circumstances that might impact his appearance or aging based on the write up. 63 is not that far from a 40-60 range. If I really had to venture a shot in the dark though, I would probably place this "Erik" somewhere in the middle, around 50. My opinion only.

 

[Nate_Bro]

I would say 63 is possible, given the age range. It is hard to know how long the man was living rough or other circumstances that might impact his appearance or aging based on the write up. 63 is not that far from a 40-60 range. If I really had to venture a shot in the dark though, I would probably place this "Erik" somewhere in the middle, around 50. My opinion only.

Yeah I was thinking the same thing. 60+ with almost no greys doesn't sound right.

 

[maamager]

woah yeah — he looks young. i would guess low 40’s but i’m wrong about almost everything haha