Following the discovery of an unidentified individual at the Mirror Lake Recreational Area, the Albany County Sheriff’s Office transferred the remains to the Larimer County Coroner’s Office for a thorough examination. On July 9, 2024, the autopsy was diligently conducted, and the findings were subsequently shared with our office. In this report, we will respectfully refer to the unidentified individual as “John Doe.”

The examination revealed that John Doe was an elderly male, discovered wrapped in a tarp at the Mirror Lake Recreational Area. Regrettably, there were no identifiable markings that could assist in distinguishing him from others. Consequently, our dedicated detectives will meticulously analyze John Doe’s fingerprints, DNA, and dental records, comparing them to missing persons reports that align with his description.

It is with a heavy heart that we acknowledge the suspicious nature of John Doe’s passing. The Albany County Sheriff’s Office is treating and investigating this case as a homicide, employing all available resources to uncover the truth surrounding this unfortunate incident. Due to the ongoing nature of the investigation, we are limited in the information we can share with the public at this time. However, we are committed to providing updates as soon as they become available. If you have any information that may assist in the investigation, please contact the non-emergency dispatch line at 307-721-2526 and request to speak to a Sheriff’s Office Detective.  We hope that we may soon receive answers and bring closure to this individual’s loved ones.