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News Daily
Dated May 23, 1977 (Monday)

Man found dead in vacant lot

Quezon City- a man believed to be a salvage victim was found dead yesterday, Sunday morning, at 8:31am.

Authorities have been alerted about this. The man was estimated to be in his early to mid-twenties, about 5'5 in height, with a thin build and dusky skin-tone.

The said man was found naked, and bore marks of burnt cigarettes on his neck, chest, and torso. He had black and purple bruises on his back, stomach, and thighs, possibly due to beatings by a heavy object.

His body was taken to the nearest funeral home. He had no means of being identified through an ID or anything that can give a clue about his persona.

If you know anyone missing within the last 48 hours, please contact Heavenly Gates Funeral Home at Tandang Sora, Quezon City. Or you may call our office so we can help you get in touch with authorities.

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