Littleton Corral John 2011, NH

Status: Submitted to Lab
Authorities in Littleton, New Hampshire discovered a partially buried skull in a horse cemetery that was previously a corral. They believe the man was under 50 years of age, and may have died years or decades prior to the time his remains were recovered. A local woman admitted to burying the skull that had been in the possession of her husband before his death in 2010.

Case Contact(s)

New Hampshire Office of the Chief Medical Examiner
Laurel Elkin
laurel.a.elkin@doj.nh.gov
(603) 202-0814

Demographics

Biological Sex: Male
Estimated Age: Under 50
Race/Ethnicity:
Height: Unknown
Weight: Unknown

Circumstances

Manner of Death: Undetermined
Located on: July 7, 2011
PMI: Unknown
State: New Hampshire
County: Grafton
Approximate GPS: 44°18'22.0"N 71°46'13.1"W

More Information

NamUS: https://www.namus.gov/UnidentifiedPersons/Case#/148015
Updated: July 1, 2026 @ 11:48 am
Original Post: June 22, 2026