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Unclaimed Persons on August 26

689 open cases in our database happened on August 26. Every one is a family still waiting for answers.

Unclaimed Persons (53)

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Victor Martinez - Bronx, New York
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Victor Martinez

Male · Bronx, New York
Found Aug 26, 2021 · 5 years ago

On August 26, 2021, in Bronx, New York, the body of Victor Martinez, an unclaimed individual, was discovered. Despite efforts to identify and connect with next of kin, Victor remains unclaimed, with many questions lingering about his life and circumstances.…

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Nathaniel Adams - Houston, Texas
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Nathaniel Adams

Male · Houston, Texas
Found Aug 26, 2021 · 5 years ago

On August 26, 2021, the body of Nathaniel Adams was discovered in a parking lot in Houston, Texas. The deceased was known to the community as a homeless individual who frequently inhabited the area. His death prompted an investigation by local authorities to…

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William Schell - Everett, Washington
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William Schell

Male · Everett, Washington
Found Aug 26, 2021 · 5 years ago

In the case of an unclaimed person, William Fitzgerald Schell was an 80-year-old male whose life concluded with his admission at Providence Regional Medical Center. According to records, his body was discovered on August 26, 2021, in Everett, Washington. The…

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Rene Ruiz - Houston, Texas
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Rene Ruiz

Male · Houston, Texas
Found Aug 26, 2011 · 15 years ago

On August 26, 2011, the body of an unidentified male, later determined to be Rene Ruiz, was discovered in Houston, Texas. The deceased was found outside in the vicinity of Crawford Street, a location that carries the hustle and bustle typical of city life yet…

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Ronald Albery

Male · Whitehall, Ohio
Found Aug 26, 2021 · 5 years ago

In the early hours of August 26, 2021, a distressing incident unfolded in Whitehall, Ohio. The unresponsive body of Ronald Albery was discovered at his residence, leading to a series of investigations. Pronounced dead by Whitehall Fire Department's Medic #277…

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Debra Wallace

Female · Oak Ridge, Tennessee
Found Aug 26, 2016 · 10 years ago

In the heart of Oak Ridge, Tennessee, on August 26, 2016, the body of Debra K. Wallace was discovered, marking the beginning of an unclaimed person case that still resonates in the community. Despite the passage of time, Debra's story remains a poignant…

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Barbara Mcjames - Bronx, New York
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Barbara Mcjames

Female · Bronx, New York
Found Aug 26, 2026 · this year

On August 26, 2026, the body of a woman identified as Barbara McJames was discovered in Bronx, New York. Despite the efforts made by the relevant authorities, she remains an unclaimed person, prompting an ongoing investigation to locate her next of kin or any…

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Ernesto Garcia - Bronx, New York
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Ernesto Garcia

Male · Bronx, New York
Found Aug 26, 2026 · this year

On August 26, 2026, in the Bronx, New York, the remains of an unidentified male, later determined to be Ernesto Garcia, were discovered. Despite ongoing investigations, the case has remained unsolved and unclaimed, leaving many questions unanswered about the…

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Russell Diaz - Houston, Texas
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Russell Diaz

Male · Houston, Texas
Found Aug 26, 2026 · this year

On August 26, 2026, the body of Russell Diaz was discovered in Houston, Texas, leaving authorities with the challenging task of identifying and contacting his next of kin. The circumstances surrounding Mr. Diaz's death remain unclear, and as the investigation…

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Donald Strong - Washington, District of Columbia
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Donald Strong

Male · Washington, District of Columbia
Found Aug 26, 2025 · 1 year ago

Donald Frederick Strong, identified under Namus ID UCP151441, was discovered deceased in Washington, District of Columbia, on August 26, 2025. The circumstances surrounding his passing began the evening prior, when his roommate last saw him alive at…

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Christopher Stokes - New York, New York
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Christopher Stokes

Male · New York, New York
Found Aug 26, 2025 · 1 year ago

On August 26, 2025, the body of an unidentified male, later referred to as Christopher Stokes, was discovered in New York, New York. Despite efforts, the individual remains unclaimed, and further details surrounding his identity or the circumstances of his…

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Mariano Molinary - Bronx, New York
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Mariano Molinary

Male · Bronx, New York
Found Aug 26, 2024 · 2 years ago

On August 26, 2024, an unidentified male body was discovered in the Bronx, New York, leading to an ongoing effort to ascertain the identity of the deceased and connect him with any known relatives or acquaintances. The case is cataloged under the NamUs ID…

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FELIX SANTOS CARTAGENA - VEGA BAJA, Puerto Rico
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FELIX SANTOS CARTAGENA

Male · VEGA BAJA, Puerto Rico
Found Aug 26, 2024 · 2 years ago

The case of Felix Manuel Santos-Cartagena involves the discovery of an unclaimed body found on August 26, 2024, in Vega-Baja, Puerto Rico. The individual, a male, was found unresponsive at a hospital and subsequently classified as an unclaimed person under…

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Ronald Clark - Glendale, California
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Ronald Clark

Male · Glendale, California
Found Aug 26, 2024 · 2 years ago

Ronald Franklin Clark, an unclaimed male individual, was discovered on August 26, 2024, in Glendale, California. That same day, he was admitted to Glendale Adventist Hospital from a local nursing home, suggesting prior medical oversight and care. Despite…

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James Poole - Homewood, Alabama
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James Poole

Male · Homewood, Alabama
Found Aug 26, 2023 · 3 years ago

James Lloyd Poole's case involves an unclaimed person discovered on August 26, 2023, in Homewood, Alabama. The male body was found deceased, having passed away due to natural causes. His death occurred while he was receiving treatment as an inpatient at…

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Deborah Perer - New York, New York
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Deborah Perer

Female · New York, New York
Found Aug 26, 2023 · 3 years ago

On August 26, 2023, in New York City, the female body of Deborah Perer was discovered, adding another entry to the roster of unclaimed individuals in the city's records. The case is listed under the Namus ID: UCP118455, however, further details surrounding…

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Darrell Ries - Reno, Nevada
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Darrell Ries

Male · Reno, Nevada
Found Aug 26, 2022 · 4 years ago

Darrell W. Ries was discovered deceased inside his private residence in Reno, Nevada, on August 26, 2022. The circumstances surrounding his death have led to his classification as an unclaimed person. Despite being located in his own home, efforts to identify…

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Sandra Mick - Denver, Colorado
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Sandra Mick

Female · Denver, Colorado
Found Aug 26, 2022 · 4 years ago

On August 26, 2022, in Denver, Colorado, the body of Sandra Mick was discovered at her residence during a welfare check. The case, identified with the NamUs ID UCP99669, is currently handled by the Denver Office of the Medical Examiner. As part of their…

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Jeffrey Williams - Oceanside, California
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Jeffrey Williams

Male · Oceanside, California
Found Aug 26, 2020 · 6 years ago

Jeffrey Bruce Williams, a resident of Oceanside, California, was discovered deceased in his own home on August 26, 2020. The circumstances surrounding his death have resulted in him becoming an unclaimed person. Despite the passage of time since his…

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Bernabe Rome Navce - Bronx, New York
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Bernabe Rome Navce

Male · Bronx, New York
Found Aug 26, 2020 · 6 years ago

On August 26, 2020, the remains of an unidentified male were discovered in Bronx, New York. The individual, referred to as Bernabe Rome-Navce, remains unclaimed. Despite efforts to identify and reach out to potential next of kin, this case has yet to be…

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Nathaniel Rayford - Reno, Nevada
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Nathaniel Rayford

Male · Reno, Nevada
Found Aug 26, 2020 · 6 years ago

On August 26, 2020, the body of Nathaniel Rayford was discovered in Reno, Nevada, marking the beginning of a case shrouded in uncertainty. Nathaniel was pronounced deceased on the same date, with the circumstances of his life prior to this discovery remaining…

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Mans Rezaeillipaei - New York, New York
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Mans Rezaeillipaei

Male · New York, New York
Found Aug 26, 2019 · 7 years ago

On August 26, 2019, the body of Mans Rezaeillipaei, an unclaimed male, was discovered in New York City. The case is being handled by the Office of Chief Medical Examiner New York City. Despite efforts to identify next of kin or contacts familiar with Mr.…

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Kerry Macarthur - Honolulu, Hawaii
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Kerry Macarthur

Female · Honolulu, Hawaii
Found Aug 26, 2019 · 7 years ago

On August 26, 2019, the body of Kerry Sue Macarthur was discovered at a homeless encampment near the Diamond Head Lighthouse in Honolulu, Hawaii. Unfortunately, despite efforts to connect her identity with any family or acquaintances, Kerry remains an…

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Dennis McCarthy - Bronx, New York
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Dennis McCarthy

Male · Bronx, New York
Found Aug 26, 2018 · 8 years ago

Dennis McCarthy was an unclaimed individual whose case surfaced on August 26, 2018, when his body was discovered in the Bronx, New York. Despite efforts by the authorities, Dennis McCarthy's identity remained unlinked to any family or close relatives who…

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Lin Guong - Bronx, New York
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Lin Guong

Male · Bronx, New York
Found Aug 26, 2017 · 9 years ago

On August 26, 2017, a male body was discovered in the Bronx, New York, identified under the alias Lin Guong. Despite exhaustive efforts by local authorities, this case remains classified as an unclaimed person, with no known relatives or associates stepping…

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Damian Arias - Bronx, New York
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Damian Arias

Male · Bronx, New York
Found Aug 26, 2015 · 11 years ago

On August 26, 2015, the body of a male, identified as Damian Florencio Arias, was found in the Bronx, New York. Despite extensive efforts, the case remains unresolved, with Damian still unclaimed. The circumstances surrounding the discovery of his body have…

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Marilyn Sullivan - Massachusetts
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Marilyn Sullivan

Female · Massachusetts
Found Aug 26, 2009 · 17 years ago

On August 26, 2009, the lifeless body of an unidentified woman was discovered in the City of Cambridge, Massachusetts. The circumstances surrounding her death remain a mystery, and she has since been referred to in official records as Marilyn Sullivan. Her…

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Chi Ming Li - New York, New York
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Chi Ming Li

Male · New York, New York
Found Aug 26, 2008 · 18 years ago

On August 26, 2008, the body of Chi-Ming Li, an unclaimed individual, was discovered in New York, New York. Despite the passage of time, Chi-Ming Li's case remains unresolved, and authorities continue their efforts to gather information and identify any next…

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Carl Tull - New York, New York
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Carl Tull

Male · New York, New York
Found Aug 26, 1998 · 28 years ago

On August 26, 1998, the body of an unidentified male was discovered floating in the East River near East 47th Street in New York City. The New York Police Department promptly responded to the scene, where officers carefully removed the decedent from the…

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Michael Doran

Male · Ridgewood, New York
Found Aug 26, 2026 · this year

On August 26, 2026, a male body was discovered in Ridgewood, New York, identified as Michael Doran. Despite the identification, the case remains unresolved with the individual unclaimed. The circumstances surrounding Michael Doran's presence in Ridgewood and…

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Irving Studebaker

Male · Tampa, Florida
Found Aug 26, 2026 · this year

On August 26, 2026, the body of 71-year-old Irving Studebaker was discovered at his home in Tampa, Florida. A roommate found him unresponsive on the couch and immediately called 911. Despite the rapid response of emergency services, Studebaker was pronounced…

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Igor Goncharov

Male · Los Angeles, California
Found Aug 26, 2026 · this year

In a heart-wrenching case out of Los Angeles, California, the unclaimed body of Igor V. Goncharov was discovered on August 21, 2026. Igor was found unresponsive on a city sidewalk around 7:00 A.M. by a friend, who, alarmed by his unresponsive state, promptly…

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Susan Johnson

Female · Tacoma, Washington
Found Aug 26, 2024 · 2 years ago

On August 26, 2024, the body of 79-year-old Susan M. Johnson was discovered at a care facility in Tacoma, Washington. She passed away due to natural causes. Despite the efforts of the Pierce County Medical Examiner's Office, no family or friends have been…

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Robert Wright

Male · Dallas, Texas
Found Aug 26, 2023 · 3 years ago

On August 26, 2023, the lifeless body of Robert Lee Wright was discovered in Dallas, Texas. Despite efforts to reconnect him with his family, he remains an unclaimed person. The case, identified by Namus ID UCP108401, has led authorities on a diligent search…

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Arturo Sanchez

Male · Fresno, California
Found Aug 26, 2023 · 3 years ago

On August 26, 2023, the male body of Arturo Sanchez was discovered in Fresno, California, marking the beginning of an unclaimed person case. Arturo Sanchez had passed away at the Hinds Hospice home in Fresno, California. Despite efforts made by authorities…

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Andrea Behr

Female · Washington, District of Columbia
Found Aug 26, 2023 · 3 years ago

On August 26, 2023, the body of Andrea Lynn Behr was discovered in Washington, District of Columbia, marking the beginning of an unclaimed person case documented under the Namus ID UCP115471. Andrea Lynn Behr was a resident at a local rehabilitation and…

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Philip Anderson

Male · Washington, District of Columbia
Found Aug 26, 2023 · 3 years ago

On August 26, 2023, the body of Philip Jerome Anderson, an unclaimed individual, was found in Washington, District of Columbia. Identified under Namus ID: UCP115473, Philip was an inpatient at the George Washington University Hospital (GWUH). Despite…

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James Trimble

Male · Columbus, Ohio
Found Aug 26, 2022 · 4 years ago

In the heart of Columbus, Ohio, a tragic story unfolded when the body of James Trimble was discovered on August 26, 2022. Found at a homeless camp, this unclaimed person's case raises questions about identity, community, and the often unnoticed lives of those…

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Jack Magnan

Male · Ewa Beach, Hawaii
Found Aug 26, 2022 · 4 years ago

On August 26, 2022, the body of Jack Magnan was discovered at his residence in Ewa Beach, Hawaii. The circumstances surrounding his death remain largely undisclosed, leaving many aspects of the case shrouded in mystery. Despite the initial investigations…

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James Russell

Male · Knoxville, Tennessee
Found Aug 26, 2022 · 4 years ago

On August 26, 2022, a body identified as that of James Harvey Russell was discovered in Knoxville, Tennessee. Despite the efforts made to trace his next of kin, arrangements for his funeral were not undertaken by any family members, leaving him unclaimed.…

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Elaine Taule

Female · New York, New York
Found Aug 26, 2022 · 4 years ago

On August 26, 2022, the body of Elaine Annemarie Taule, a female, was found in New York, New York. This case, identified with the NamUs ID UCP100882, remains an unclaimed person situation, drawing attention to the many instances where individuals pass away…

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David Woodroffe

Male · Forest Hill, Texas
Found Aug 26, 2019 · 7 years ago

In Forest-Hill, Texas, a body was discovered on August 26, 2019, marking the beginning of a challenging investigation for the local authorities. The deceased, identified as David Allen Woodroffe, was found at his residence under circumstances that prompted…

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David McClellan

Male · Rialto, California
Found Aug 26, 2017 · 9 years ago

On August 26, 2017, the unidentified body of David Charles McClellan was discovered in Rialto, California. The circumstances surrounding his death have remained unresolved, leaving David's case unclaimed. Found at the Rialto Post Acute Care Center, his…

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Elsie Wood

Female · Bronx, New York
Found Aug 26, 2015 · 11 years ago

In the bustling borough of the Bronx, New York, a mystery has lingered since August 26, 2015. On this date, the body of Elsie Wood, a female, was discovered, sparking an investigation that would ultimately lead to more questions than answers. Despite…

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Eugene Taylor

Male · Sand Springs, Oklahoma
Found Aug 26, 2015 · 11 years ago

In Sand Springs, Oklahoma, on August 26, 2015, the remains of a male individual were discovered following a house fire. The victim was identified as Eugene Franklin Taylor. Despite considerable efforts to trace any kin or associates, Eugene Franklin Taylor's…

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Kurt Haines

Male · Washington
Found Aug 26, 2015 · 11 years ago

Kurt Haines, identified by Namus ID: UCP2508, was found deceased on August 26, 2015, in Washington. His case was managed by the Pierce County Medical Examiner's Office. The circumstances surrounding Haines's death were determined to be natural causes…

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Ilinda Speed

Female · Anderson, South Carolina
Found Aug 26, 2015 · 11 years ago

On August 26, 2015, in Anderson, South Carolina, an unclaimed female body was discovered, identified under Namus ID: UCP1909. This individual was later determined to be Ilinda Sue Speed, whose life was cut short due to pancreatic cancer, a devastating illness…

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Mary Maurice

Female · Spanaway, Washington
Found Aug 26, 2015 · 11 years ago

Mary C. Maurice was a woman whose life ended under the unobtrusive and somber circumstances that many face unnoticed. Found in Spanaway, Washington, her case began to unfold when her body was discovered on August 26, 2015. She passed away due to natural…

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