Man Who Helped ID Former Neighbor's Remains Via Cold Case Playing Cards Hopes Someone Will Come Forward With More Info

By Jennifer Mayerle, CBS Minnesota

November 2, 2023

MINNEAPOLIS — A missing Minnesota woman's remains went unidentified for 20 years. But thanks to a unique pack of playing cards, that mystery is over. For the first time, WCCO spoke with the curious neighbor who helped police begin to crack this cold case.

"We really appreciate your work," BCA Superintendent Drew Evans said.

Forty-one years after Deana Patnode disappeared, Evans presented her former neighbor Mike Doherty with a certificate of thanks.

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