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Unclaimed Persons on December 20

642 open cases in our database happened on December 20. Every one is a family still waiting for answers.

Unclaimed Persons (59)

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Steven Saunders - Manhattan, New York
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Steven Saunders

Male · Manhattan, New York
Found Dec 20, 2021 · 5 years ago

On December 20, 2021, in the bustling city of Manhattan, New York, the body of Steven Saunders was discovered. Despite diligent efforts by local authorities, Saunders remains an unclaimed person. The circumstances of his death remain under investigation as of…

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Juan Rosa-Alarcon - Queens, New York
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Juan Rosa-Alarcon

Male · Queens, New York
Found Dec 20, 2016 · 10 years ago

On December 20, 2016, the body of Juan Pablo Rosa-Alarcon was discovered in Queens, New York. Despite efforts to identify and contact next of kin, his remains have continued to be unclaimed over the years. The case, designated with the Namus ID UCP3144…

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Mary Stoll

Female · Vancouver, Washington
Found Dec 20, 2021 · 5 years ago

On December 20, 2021, a woman identified as Mary Ann Stoll passed away at PeaceHealth Southwest Medical Center in Vancouver, Washington. At 6:39 PM, the medical staff declared her deceased, marking the beginning of an investigation due to her status as an…

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Ralph Lytle

Male · Boise, Idaho
Found Dec 20, 2021 · 5 years ago

On December 20, 2021, the body of Ralph Lytle, an unclaimed male, was discovered in Boise, Idaho. The case is identified under Namus ID UCP90366. While Ralph Lytle was a resident of Elko, Nevada, his remains were found in Ada County, prompting an…

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Karl Ross

Male · Cambridge, Massachusetts
Found Dec 20, 2021 · 5 years ago

In December of 2021, the community of Cambridge, Massachusetts, faced a poignant mystery when a body was discovered, leaving many questions unanswered. On December 20th, a passerby found an unresponsive individual outside, beneath a sleeping bag near an…

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Crystal Riggs

Female · Needles, California
Found Dec 20, 2016 · 10 years ago

On December 20, 2016, the body of Crystal Marie Riggs was discovered at her residence in Needles, California. Despite initial searches and investigations, no family member or next of kin has come forward to claim her remains. Her case remains a poignant…

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Jewitt Taylor

California
Found Dec 20, 2006 · 20 years ago

On December 20, 2006, the remains of Jewitt Edward Taylor were discovered in California, marking the beginning of a perplexing case that remains unresolved. Taylor, a man standing six feet tall and weighing 170 pounds, was found with no immediate connections…

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Donald Solomon - Queens, New York
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Donald Solomon

Male · Queens, New York
Found Dec 20, 2025 · 1 year ago

On December 20, 2025, the body of an unclaimed individual identified as Donald Solomon was discovered in Queens, New York. The case has been registered with the National Missing and Unidentified Persons System under NamUs ID UCP155962. Despite exhaustive…

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Robert Massey - Birmingham, Alabama
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Robert Massey

Male · Birmingham, Alabama
Found Dec 20, 2025 · 1 year ago

On December 20, 2025, the body of an unclaimed individual identified as Robert Lynn Massey was discovered in Birmingham, Alabama. The case has been cataloged under the Namus ID: UCP157534. Despite efforts to locate next of kin or any personal connections, Mr.…

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Robert Massey - Birmingham, Alabama
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Robert Massey

Male · Birmingham, Alabama
Found Dec 20, 2025 · 1 year ago

On December 20, 2025, a poignant case unfolded in Birmingham, Alabama, concerning an unclaimed male body identified as that of Robert Lynn Massey. This significant and somber event captured the attention of the Jefferson County Medical Examiners Office…

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Lauren Salcedo - San Bernardino, California
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Lauren Salcedo

Female · San Bernardino, California
Found Dec 20, 2025 · 1 year ago

On December 20, 2025, the body of Lauren Carol Salcedo was discovered in San Bernardino, California, marking the beginning of an unclaimed person case with a Namus ID of UCP158404. According to the San Bernardino County Sheriff's Department - Coroner…

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Diego Diaz Plaza - New York, New York
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Diego Diaz Plaza

Male · New York, New York
Found Dec 20, 2024 · 2 years ago

The case involves the unfortunate discovery of the body of Diego Ignacio Diaz-Plaza, an unclaimed individual found on December 20, 2024, in New York, New York. The circumstances surrounding Diego's death remain under investigation, and little is known about…

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Cheryl Reveles - San Bernardino, California
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Cheryl Reveles

Female · San Bernardino, California
Found Dec 20, 2024 · 2 years ago

Cheryl Ann Reveles, also known by her maiden name Cheryl Ann Speck, was found deceased on December 20, 2024, in San Bernardino, California. Cheryl passed away as an inpatient at a local hospital, leaving behind a case that remains unresolved with her identity…

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Harold Matthews Jr. - Queens, New York
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Harold Matthews Jr.

Male · Queens, New York
Found Dec 20, 2024 · 2 years ago

On December 20, 2024, the body of Harold Matthews Jr., an unclaimed individual, was discovered in Queens, New York. Matthews, whose Namus ID is UCP135903, was found under circumstances that remain unclear, leaving questions about his past and the events…

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Angel Couvertier - New York, New York
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Angel Couvertier

Male · New York, New York
Found Dec 20, 2024 · 2 years ago

On December 20, 2024, the body of a male individual identified as Angel Couvertier was discovered in New York, New York. The case remains classified as that of an unclaimed person, with no known next of kin or contact having yet come forward to assume…

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Jermiah McCarthy - Queens, New York
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Jermiah McCarthy

Male · Queens, New York
Found Dec 20, 2023 · 3 years ago

On December 20, 2023, in Queens, New York, the body of a male identified as Jermiah McCarthy was discovered. Despite efforts to reach out to potential family members and contacts, he remains unclaimed. The case has been officially recorded under the Namus ID…

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Yvonne Cox - Bronx, New York
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Yvonne Cox

Female · Bronx, New York
Found Dec 20, 2023 · 3 years ago

On December 20, 2023, the body of an unclaimed woman was discovered in the Bronx, New York. Identified by the NaMus ID UCP119661, the individual was recognized as Yvonne Cox. Despite efforts to locate any next of kin or acquaintances, this case remains open…

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Bernard Joseph - Bronx, New York
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Bernard Joseph

Male · Bronx, New York
Found Dec 20, 2023 · 3 years ago

On December 20, 2023, the body of an unidentified male, later assigned the temporary name of Bernard Joseph, was discovered in the Bronx, New York. This case, designated with the NamUs ID UCP114001, has been classified as an unclaimed person case. The…

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Robert Skinner - Haverhill, Massachusetts
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Robert Skinner

Male · Haverhill, Massachusetts
Found Dec 20, 2023 · 3 years ago

On December 20, 2023, the body of Robert J. Skinner, an unclaimed individual, was discovered in the city of Haverhill, Massachusetts. The unfortunate circumstances leading to his death unfolded when Skinner was struck by a motor vehicle. The incident prompted…

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Javier Lopez - Queens, New York
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Javier Lopez

Male · Queens, New York
Found Dec 20, 2023 · 3 years ago

In a case that has captured the attention of both local authorities and the community, the body of Javier Lopez was discovered on December 20, 2023, in Queens, New York. Despite efforts to locate family or friends, Javier Lopez remains unclaimed, leaving his…

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Khingkan Lertratanangkoon - Houston, Texas
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Khingkan Lertratanangkoon

Female · Houston, Texas
Found Dec 20, 2023 · 3 years ago

On December 20, 2023, the body of Khingkan Lertratanangkoon, a female resident, was discovered in her home in Houston, Texas. The circumstances surrounding her death have prompted an investigation to locate any relatives or next of kin who might assist in…

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James Davis - Watsonville, California
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James Davis

Male · Watsonville, California
Found Dec 20, 2022 · 4 years ago

James Andrew Davis, identified as a male individual, was found deceased on December 20, 2022, at his residence in Watsonville, California. This case involving Mr. Davis is documented under Namus ID: UCP121727. Despite efforts by local authorities, Mr. Davis…

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Richard Booker - Bronx, New York
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Richard Booker

Male · Bronx, New York
Found Dec 20, 2020 · 6 years ago

On December 20, 2020, the body of an unidentified male, later connected to the name Richard Booker, was discovered in Bronx, New York. The case has been logged with the National Missing and Unidentified Persons System (NamUs) under the ID UCP78859. Despite…

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Andres Rodriguez Veliz - Bronx, New York
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Andres Rodriguez Veliz

Male · Bronx, New York
Found Dec 20, 2019 · 7 years ago

In the Bronx, New York, on December 20, 2019, an unidentified male body was discovered, later identified as Andres Rodriguez-Veliz. Despite efforts to locate and inform the next of kin, Rodriguez-Veliz's body remains unclaimed, presenting both a poignant…

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Charles Hernan - Far Rockaway, New York
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Charles Hernan

Male · Far Rockaway, New York
Found Dec 20, 2019 · 7 years ago

On December 20, 2019, the body of Charles Hernan Male was discovered in Far Rockaway, New York. Despite investigations, the identity of anyone related or connected to Charles remains unknown, and he remains unclaimed. The initial discovery prompted an inquiry…

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Zhi Yi Mi - Flushing, New York
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Zhi Yi Mi

Male · Flushing, New York
Found Dec 20, 2019 · 7 years ago

In the bustling neighborhood of Flushing, New York, a discovery was made on December 20, 2019, when the body of an unidentified male was found. The identity of the man remains a mystery, known only by the name Zhi-Yi Mi. As authorities continue their…

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Alecia Fuentes - San Juan, Puerto Rico
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Alecia Fuentes

Female · San Juan, Puerto Rico
Found Dec 20, 2019 · 7 years ago

Alecia Fuentes was discovered deceased on December 20, 2019, in San Juan, Puerto Rico. Her body was found on the side of the street, and despite efforts, no one could identify her at the time. Her case was recorded under NamUs ID: UCP134179 and assigned the…

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Thomas Wang - Flushing, New York
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Thomas Wang

Male · Flushing, New York
Found Dec 20, 2018 · 8 years ago

On December 20, 2018, the body of Thomas Wang was discovered in Flushing, New York. As a male, his remains were found without any immediate identification, leading to the case being designated under the National Missing and Unidentified Persons System (NamUs)…

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Vivian Lary - Dallas, Texas
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Vivian Lary

Female · Dallas, Texas
Found Dec 20, 2015 · 11 years ago

Vivian Regina Lary was discovered deceased on December 20, 2015, in Dallas, Texas. The circumstances surrounding her death remain documented under case number IFS-15-21073, managed by the Southwestern Institute of Forensic Science. She was officially…

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Warren Hall - Everett, Washington
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Warren Hall

Male · Everett, Washington
Found Dec 20, 2004 · 22 years ago

The case of Warren L. Hall, documented under Namus ID: UCP2162, revolves around an unclaimed individual whose life ended in Everett, Washington. On December 20, 2004, Warren L. Hall's remains were discovered, marking an unfortunate conclusion to his story. He…

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Bruce Walker

Male · Dallas, Texas
Found Dec 20, 2025 · 1 year ago

On December 20, 2025, the body of Bruce Edward Walker, an unclaimed individual, was discovered in Dallas, Texas. The circumstances surrounding his death remain unclear at this time, and efforts to locate any next of kin are underway. Bruce Edward Walker's…

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Tyler Terry

Male · Columbus, Ohio
Found Dec 20, 2024 · 2 years ago

On December 20, 2024, the body of Tyler Terry, an unclaimed male, was discovered at a residence on East 17th Avenue in Columbus, Ohio. This case, which remains unresolved, revolves around identifying the circumstances leading to his death and locating any…

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Augurio Ore

Male · Queens, New York
Found Dec 20, 2024 · 2 years ago

On December 20, 2024, the body of an unidentified male, later assigned the Namus ID UCP135872, was discovered in Queens, New York. The deceased, whose name is Augurio Ore, was found under circumstances that have left authorities searching for more information…

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Alex Lytle

Male · Tacoma, Washington
Found Dec 20, 2024 · 2 years ago

The case of Alex Dewayne Lytle presents a poignant instance of an unclaimed person, highlighting the challenges faced by medical examiners in locating family or friends when an individual passes away. On December 20, 2024, the 31-year-old male's body was…

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Larry Ratcliff

Male · Irving, Texas
Found Dec 20, 2024 · 2 years ago

Larry Joe Ratcliff's case began on December 20, 2024, when an unidentified male body was discovered in Irving, Texas. Pronounced deceased in Dallas, Texas, the individual was later identified as Larry Joe Ratcliff. Despite the identification, his case remains…

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Jerry Clem

Male · Dallas, Texas
Found Dec 20, 2023 · 3 years ago

On December 20, 2023, a case emerged in Dallas, Texas, involving the unclaimed person, Jerry Michael Clem. The male body of Jerry was discovered on this date, resulting in a thorough investigation led by the Southwestern Institute of Forensic Science. Despite…

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Lonnie Harris

Male · Memphis, Tennessee
Found Dec 20, 2023 · 3 years ago

On December 20, 2023, in Memphis, Tennessee, an unclaimed person case involving Lonnie Miles Harris came to light. His body was discovered on a bus by the vehicle's owner, who immediately recognized the need for emergency assistance. Unfortunately, by the…

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Jose Lopez

Male · Dallas, Texas
Found Dec 20, 2023 · 3 years ago

On December 20, 2023, the body of Jose David Lopez was discovered in Dallas, Texas. Despite extensive efforts by the authorities, Jose remains an unclaimed person as of yet, with efforts ongoing to identify and contact his next of kin. This case has been…

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Francisco Amaya

Male · Queens, New York
Found Dec 20, 2022 · 4 years ago

On December 20, 2022, the body of Francisco Amaya was discovered in Queens, New York. Nearly a year later, his case remains unresolved and his identity unclaimed. The circumstances surrounding his death are unclear, and efforts to locate his next of kin or…

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David Weiler

Male · Boston, Massachusetts
Found Dec 20, 2022 · 4 years ago

On December 20, 2022, a man identified as David Weiler was found unresponsive in his residence on Washington Street in Boston, Massachusetts. This discovery occurred during a well-being check conducted by the building's maintenance staff. Despite efforts to…

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Jerry Gill

Male · Honolulu, Hawaii
Found Dec 20, 2022 · 4 years ago

Jerry Gill, a male resident of Honolulu, Hawaii, was found deceased in his home on December 20, 2022. The case is currently classified as an unclaimed person situation, where no next of kin has been identified to make arrangements or claim his body. As a…

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Grant Cooper

Male · Honolulu, Hawaii
Found Dec 20, 2020 · 6 years ago

On December 20, 2020, in Honolulu, Hawaii, authorities were notified of the passing of an individual, later identified as Grant William Cooper. Discovered in his home, Grant's death was attributed to natural causes, with no signs of foul play involved.…

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Patrick Vanderslice

Male · Fort Worth, Texas
Found Dec 20, 2020 · 6 years ago

In December 2020, the Tarrant County Medical Examiner’s Office in Fort Worth, Texas, was called to investigate a case involving an unclaimed individual, later identified as Patrick Terrance Vanderslice, who was discovered deceased. The discovery took place on…

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Ellen Maurier

Female · Boise, Idaho
Found Dec 20, 2019 · 7 years ago

On December 20, 2019, the body of a female was discovered in Boise, Idaho. Initially unidentified, the woman was later recognized as Ellen Louise Maurier. Despite efforts to locate her family or any affiliates, she remains unclaimed. Her case has been logged…

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Miguel Sanchez

Male · Houston, Texas
Found Dec 20, 2019 · 7 years ago

On December 20, 2019, an unidentified male body was discovered in Houston, Texas, marking the beginning of a complex case. The decedent, later identified as Miguel Sanchez, was involved in an accident and subsequently transported to HCA Houston Healthcare…

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Margaretta Pitzer

Female · Vista, California
Found Dec 20, 2018 · 8 years ago

In the case identified by Namus ID: UCP56431, the decedent is a woman named Margaretta Pitzer, who was found deceased on December 20, 2018, in Vista, California. At the time of her passing, she resided at Vista Del Lago Memory Care, a facility located in…

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John Deming

Male · Lakewood, Washington
Found Dec 20, 2017 · 9 years ago

On December 20, 2017, the body of John E. Deming, a 73-year-old male, was discovered in Lakewood, Washington. The Pierce County Medical Examiner's Office handled the case, cataloged under Namus ID: UCP5381 and agency case number 17-2452. Sadly, Deming's death…

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William Francis

Male · Lakewood, Washington
Found Dec 20, 2017 · 9 years ago

On December 20, 2017, the body of 59-year-old William Michael Francis was discovered at his residence in Lakewood, Washington. The Pierce County Medical Examiner's Office, located at 3619 Pacific Avenue, Tacoma, Washington, was responsible for handling the…

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