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Hi everyone,
I've been following Larry Pochatko's case for a while now, and something that's been on my mind is the puzzle of why it took so long for the case to be entered into NamUs. It feels unusual for it to happen over a decade later, in 2025. I've read that NamUs can be a crucial tool in solving cases, often linking missing persons with unidentified remains or creating new leads. It makes me wonder what might've held up the process. Were there bureaucratic delays, or maybe issues with initial reporting?
For families and friends trying to find answers, the wait must be incredibly stressful. If anyone here has insights into how these systems usually work, or if there were similar delays in other cases you've followed, your thoughts would be really appreciated!