Unveiling the Mystery of John Clinton Doe: A Cold Case Solved
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Chapter 1: The Unsolved Mystery
In 2022, significant new details emerged that challenged long-held beliefs about the identity of John Clinton Doe.
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Section 1.1: The Discovery
On November 11, 1995, a group of deer hunters stumbled upon a human skeleton in a wooded area near Bradford, Wisconsin, at the edge of Turtle Creek. Upon arrival, investigators cataloged various items found with the remains, including a Venom band t-shirt, a plaid shirt, camouflage pants, and a single Nike Air sneaker. A distinctive chrome pendant depicting a horned goat was also recovered.
The crime scene yielded additional items such as a Budweiser lighter, an Aquatech wristwatch, and a tube of Carmex lip balm. Following a dental examination and autopsy, experts estimated that the deceased individual was a white male between 15 to 23 years old at the time of death. The coroner suggested that the remains had been in the forest for approximately one year, but the cause of death remained undetermined.
Section 1.2: Investigative Efforts
In the wake of the discovery, law enforcement officials combed through accident reports, speculating that the deceased might have been involved in a crash. The band t-shirt led them to explore local rock concerts, and they visited high schools in the Madison and Janesville areas in search of leads. Investigators scrutinized school yearbooks and public records but were unable to uncover the identity of John Clinton Doe.
In 2014, authorities shared a new artistic reconstruction of the young man's face. Experts from the Smithsonian conducted isotopic analysis on a femur bone, revealing that he likely grew up in Michigan, Minnesota, or Wisconsin. This new information helped narrow down potential identities.
The first video titled "John Clinton Doe remains found in 1995 identified by Rock Co. authorities" explores the case's developments, providing insights into the investigation.
Two years later, enhanced images depicting John Clinton Doe as he might have appeared in 1995 were released to jog the memories of anyone who may have encountered him. Jack Friess, an investigator, emphasized the importance of community recollections from the early 1990s.
Local residents had often referred to an individual seen in Turtle Creek in 1994 as the “River Man.” His erratic behavior left a lasting impression on the community.
Chapter 2: Advancements in Technology
In June 2018, Jack Friess and Detective Corene Bilhorn contacted the DNA Doe Project for assistance in identifying John Clinton Doe. By June 2019, the University of North Texas analyzed DNA samples from potential half-siblings. Exhuming the father’s remains and conducting DNA tests ultimately led to the revelation of John Clinton Doe's true identity: Carl Junior Isaacs Jr.
The second video titled "VERNON COUNTY JANE DOE | MIDWEEK MYSTERY" discusses similar cases, highlighting the importance of DNA analysis in solving cold cases.
Despite being 20 years old at the time of his death, no one had reported Carl Isaacs missing, which complicated the investigation. He had vanished from his mother’s home in Walworth, Wisconsin, in mid-April 1995, leading to discrepancies in the timeline of his disappearance and death.
Section 2.1: A Troubled Past
Carl Isaacs had resided in Delavan, Wisconsin, and faced ongoing struggles with substance abuse throughout his teenage years. In 1991, at just 17, he participated in a crime spree that resulted in various property crimes. After being tried, he entered a substance abuse program and became an informant for law enforcement. Jack Friess described Isaacs' life circumstances:
"His parents were divorced, and although he lived with his mother, he often found himself homeless, lacking friends or support."
At the time of his disappearance, Isaacs was under house arrest as part of a five-year sentence, indicating that something compelled him to breach his confinement.
In 2022, the Rock County Sheriff’s Department revisited the case, interviewing acquaintances of Isaacs and appealing to the public for additional information. With his identity now known, investigators aimed to uncover the circumstances surrounding his presence in Turtle Creek.