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Unclaimed Persons on January 20

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

Unclaimed Persons (69)

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Pedro Rodriguez - Manhattan, New York
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Pedro Rodriguez

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

On January 20, 2021, the remains of a man identified as Pedro Rodriguez were discovered in Manhattan, New York. Despite efforts by local authorities, his body remains unclaimed, with no immediate family or acquaintances coming forward to identify or claim…

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Howard Ross - Bronx, New York
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Howard Ross

Male · Bronx, New York
Found Jan 20, 2016 · 10 years ago

On January 20, 2016, the body of Howard Ross, an unclaimed individual, was discovered in the Bronx, New York. The case, identified under Namus ID UCP2567, is currently being handled by the Office of Chief Medical Examiner in New York City. Despite efforts to…

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Frederick Ledonne, Jr. - Boston, Massachusetts
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Frederick Ledonne, Jr.

Male · Boston, Massachusetts
Found Jan 20, 2006 · 20 years ago

On January 20, 2006, the lifeless body of Frederick Patrick Ledonne Jr. was discovered in Boston, Massachusetts, marking the start of a somber investigation. After being found, he was rushed to the emergency room, but sadly, efforts to revive him were…

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Carol Emerson

Female · Garden City, Idaho
Found Jan 20, 2021 · 5 years ago

In the quiet community of Garden City, Idaho, a significant and somber mystery remains unsolved with the discovery of an unclaimed female body, identified later as Carol Emerson. Found on January 20, 2021, Carol Emerson's case has since been handled by the…

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Harold Tsuda

Male · Waipahu, Hawaii
Found Jan 20, 2006 · 20 years ago

On January 20, 2006, in the area of Waipahu, Hawaii, a deceased male, identified as Harold Tsuda, was discovered, marking the beginning of a unique case due to its unclaimed status. Despite being identified, the body has remained without being claimed by…

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John Hay

Male · Houston, Texas
Found Jan 20, 2006 · 20 years ago

On January 20, 2006, the body of John David Hay was discovered inside his residence in Houston, Texas. Despite extensive investigations by local authorities, Hay remains an unclaimed person, leaving many questions unanswered about the circumstances…

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John Knowles

Male · Anaheim, California
Found Jan 20, 2006 · 20 years ago

In a perplexing situation from early 2006, the case of John Clarence Knowles emerged as a significant unresolved matter involving an unclaimed person. On January 20th of that year, the male body of Knowles was discovered in Anaheim, California. Despite…

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Rasheed Anderson - New York, New York
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Rasheed Anderson

Male · New York, New York
Found Jan 20, 2026 · this year

On January 20, 2026, the body of an unidentified male, later determined to be Rasheed Anderson, was discovered in the bustling heart of New York City. The case, designated under Namus ID UCP155504, has since been handled with utmost priority by the local…

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Robert Woods - Knoxville, Tennessee
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Robert Woods

Male · Knoxville, Tennessee
Found Jan 20, 2026 · this year

In the quiet city of Knoxville, Tennessee, a somber discovery was made on January 20, 2026, with the finding of Robert Woods, an unclaimed male body. This case, registered under the Namus ID UCP156485, highlights the often-overlooked narratives of individuals…

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Haydee Castano - New York, New York
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Haydee Castano

Female · New York, New York
Found Jan 20, 2026 · this year

In a case that highlights the ongoing challenges faced by authorities in identifying unclaimed individuals, the body of a female, identified as Haydee Castano, was discovered on January 20, 2026, in New York, New York. Assigned the Namus ID UCP156210, this…

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Scott Tauer - South El Monte, California
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Scott Tauer

Male · South El Monte, California
Found Jan 20, 2026 · this year

On January 20, 2026, the body of a man identified as Scott Alan Tauer was discovered at his residence in South El Monte, California. Despite efforts to reach out for any possible next of kin or acquaintances, Tauer remains an unclaimed individual. The…

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George Dowd Jr. - Bronx, New York
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George Dowd Jr.

Male · Bronx, New York
Found Jan 20, 2026 · this year

On January 20, 2026, the body of a male identified as George Daniel Dowd Jr. was discovered in Bronx, New York. The details surrounding his death remain sparse, as authorities continue their efforts to gather more information about Dowd and his untimely…

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George Dowd Jr. - Bronx, New York
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George Dowd Jr.

Male · Bronx, New York
Found Jan 20, 2026 · this year

On January 20, 2026, the body of George Daniel Dowd Jr. was discovered in the Bronx, New York. Despite investigative efforts, this individual remains unclaimed, with limited information about his circumstances. The case, registered under Namus ID UCP157472…

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William Peters - Trenton, New Jersey
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William Peters

Male · Trenton, New Jersey
Found Jan 20, 2026 · this year

In a case that has left investigators seeking answers, the unclaimed body of William Peters was found unresponsive in his residence in Trenton, New Jersey, on January 20, 2026. The Namus ID associated with this case is UCP161417. It was his roommate, the…

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William Harville - Long Beach, California
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William Harville

Male · Long Beach, California
Found Jan 20, 2025 · 1 year ago

William Ray Harville’s case concerns an unclaimed decedent whose body was discovered on January 20, 2025, in Long Beach, California. The Los Angeles County Medical Examiner's office, which is handling this case, identified the deceased as William Ray…

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Michael Blackson - Brooklyn, New York
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Michael Blackson

Male · Brooklyn, New York
Found Jan 20, 2024 · 2 years ago

On January 20, 2024, in the bustling borough of Brooklyn, New York, the remains of an unidentified male were discovered, marking the beginning of a poignant journey to uncover his identity. The body belongs to Michael Blackson, with the case being officially…

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Juan Diaz - New York, New York
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Juan Diaz

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

On January 20, 2024, the body of an unidentified male, known as Juan Diaz, was discovered in New York, New York. The circumstances surrounding his death remain unclear, prompting an ongoing investigation by local authorities. Despite efforts to identify and…

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Michael Simpson - Boston, Massachusetts
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Michael Simpson

Male · Boston, Massachusetts
Found Jan 20, 2023 · 3 years ago

In January 2023, a case emerged in Boston, Massachusetts, that revolves around the discovery of an unclaimed man, identified as Michael E. Simpson. Found on January 20th of this year, the deceased had no immediate claimants or known next of kin to take…

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Alberto Benavides - Bronx, New York
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Alberto Benavides

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

On January 20, 2023, the body of Alberto Benavides was discovered in the Bronx, New York. Despite efforts to identify and claim him, he remains an unclaimed person. His case is registered under Namus ID: UCP101560. The circumstances surrounding his death and…

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Jerry Jenkins - New York, New York
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Jerry Jenkins

Male · New York, New York
Found Jan 20, 2023 · 3 years ago

On January 20, 2023, the body of a male identified as Jerry Jenkins was found in New York, New York. Despite thorough efforts to contact any next of kin or known associates, Mr. Jenkins remains unclaimed, leaving many questions unanswered about his life and…

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Kristina Johnson - Bronx, New York
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Kristina Johnson

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

On January 20, 2023, the body of Kristina Johnson, an unclaimed individual, was discovered in the Bronx, New York. Despite efforts to locate her next of kin, authorities have been unable to establish contact with any family members or associates. The case…

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Rafael Ortiz Ortiz - Caguas, Puerto Rico
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Rafael Ortiz Ortiz

Male · Caguas, Puerto Rico
Found Jan 20, 2023 · 3 years ago

The body of Rafael Ortiz Ortiz, identified by Namus ID: UCP155397, was discovered on January 20, 2023, in Caguas, Puerto Rico. Despite the efforts to trace any family or acquaintances, his case remains one of the many unclaimed person cases handled by the…

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Narciso Alderete Dreque - Bronx, New York
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Narciso Alderete Dreque

Male · Bronx, New York
Found Jan 20, 2022 · 4 years ago

On January 20, 2022, the body of Narciso Alderete-Dreque was discovered in the Bronx, New York, marking the beginning of a complex case handled by the New York City Office of Chief Medical Examiner. This unclaimed person case, registered under Namus ID…

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Guadalupe Flores Caballero - Houston, Texas
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Guadalupe Flores Caballero

Male · Houston, Texas
Found Jan 20, 2022 · 4 years ago

On January 20, 2022, the body of Guadalupe R. Flores-Caballero was discovered in his residence in Houston, Texas, marking the beginning of a case that remains unresolved. The Harris County Institute of Forensic Sciences, serving as the agency responsible for…

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Salvador Boune - Manhattan, New York
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Salvador Boune

Male · Manhattan, New York
Found Jan 20, 2022 · 4 years ago

On January 20, 2022, the body of an unclaimed individual identified as Salvador Boune was discovered in Manhattan, New York. This case is registered with Namus under the ID UCP89045. Despite efforts to uncover more details and potential next of kin, the…

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Francisco Batista - Manhattan, New York
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Francisco Batista

Male · Manhattan, New York
Found Jan 20, 2022 · 4 years ago

On January 20, 2022, authorities in Manhattan, New York, discovered the body of a male identified as Francisco Batista. The case has since been recorded as an unclaimed person case under Namus ID: UCP89385. The Office of Chief Medical Examiner (OCME) of New…

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Alfred Beyrau - Reno, Nevada
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Alfred Beyrau

Male · Reno, Nevada
Found Jan 20, 2022 · 4 years ago

In a quiet neighborhood of Reno, Nevada, on January 20, 2022, the body of Alfred Beyrau was discovered inside his own residence. The circumstances surrounding the death remain a mystery, as authorities have yet to uncover any significant leads that might…

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James Shine - Reno, Nevada
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James Shine

Male · Reno, Nevada
Found Jan 20, 2020 · 6 years ago

On January 20, 2020, the body of James Patrick Shine was discovered in his residence by his landlord in Reno, Nevada. Despite efforts to trace his identity and contact possible next of kin, James remains an unclaimed person, leaving many questions about his…

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Daniel Elliott - Aberdeen, Washington
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Daniel Elliott

Male · Aberdeen, Washington
Found Jan 20, 2019 · 7 years ago

In the quiet community of Aberdeen, Washington, a solemn case emerged on January 20, 2019, concerning the unclaimed remains of an individual named Daniel Leroy Elliott. Found at Grays Harbor Community Hospital, Elliott's death was attributed to natural…

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David Burke Jr - Bronx, New York
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David Burke Jr

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

In the Bronx, New York, on January 20, 2019, the remains of a male identified as David Burke-Jr were found, marking the beginning of a complex case under the jurisdiction of the Office of Chief Medical Examiner New York City. Earning a Namus ID of UCP57570…

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Harpa King - Queens, New York
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Harpa King

Male · Queens, New York
Found Jan 20, 2018 · 8 years ago

On January 20, 2018, the remains of an unidentified male, referred to as "Harpa King," were discovered in Queens, New York. The circumstances surrounding his death remain unclear, and despite ongoing efforts, his identity has not been determined. This case…

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Joseph Zawalski - Manchester, Connecticut
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Joseph Zawalski

Male · Manchester, Connecticut
Found Jan 20, 2018 · 8 years ago

In January 2018, the quiet town of Manchester, Connecticut, became the center of an unresolved case when the remains of an unidentified male, later identified as Joseph Zawalski, were discovered. On January 20th, Joseph's body was found, sparking an…

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William Cintron - Bronx, New York
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William Cintron

Male · Bronx, New York
Found Jan 20, 2018 · 8 years ago

On January 20, 2018, the lifeless body of an individual identified as William Cintron was discovered in the Bronx, New York. Despite extensive efforts, his remains remain unclaimed, leaving unanswered questions and unresolved grief. The case is cataloged…

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Richard Stuart - Santa Cruz, California
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Richard Stuart

Male · Santa Cruz, California
Found Jan 20, 2018 · 8 years ago

The case of Richard Jonathan Stuart presents a challenging situation for the Santa Cruz County authorities as they seek to resolve the circumstances surrounding his unclaimed status. Mr. Stuart's body was discovered on January 20, 2018, in Santa Cruz…

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Michael Nguyen

Male · Honolulu, Hawaii
Found Jan 20, 2026 · this year

On January 20, 2026, the body of Michael Nguyen was discovered by the police in his residence in Honolulu, Hawaii. Despite his untimely passing, his case has remained unclaimed, cited under the Namus ID: UCP154635. The situation presents a somber narrative…

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Howard Friedman

Male · Queens, New York
Found Jan 20, 2026 · this year

On January 20, 2026, the body of an unidentified male, believed to be Howard Friedman, was discovered in Queens, New York. The circumstances surrounding his death remain unclear, and as of now, no one has come forward to claim or identify him officially. This…

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Jose Barahona Cruz

Male · Bronx, New York
Found Jan 20, 2026 · this year

In a case that remains unresolved, the body of Jose A. Barahona Cruz, an unidentified male, was discovered on January 20, 2026, in the Bronx, New York. This case, cataloged under Namus ID: UCP155806, has not yet concluded with a claim for his remains. The…

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Bennie King

Male · Boston, Massachusetts
Found Jan 20, 2026 · this year

On January 20, 2026, in Boston, Massachusetts, an unidentified individual was tragically killed in a vehicular accident. This case, registered under the Namus ID UCP156526, involves the deceased Bennie King, whose identity remains unclaimed. While attempting…

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Christopher Bernovich

Male · Fort Worth, Texas
Found Jan 20, 2026 · this year

On January 20, 2026, a male body was discovered in Fort Worth, Texas, and later identified as Christopher Lee Bernovich. Despite the identification, little is known about Bernovich's background or connections, leaving his case shrouded in mystery. He was…

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Michael Stell

Male · Newark, Delaware
Found Jan 20, 2025 · 1 year ago

On January 20, 2025, the body of Michael Stell was discovered in Newark, Delaware, marking the beginning of an unclaimed person case that has since captured the attention of the local community and authorities. The decedent, identified as Michael Stell…

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Zdzislaw Malinowski

Male · Staten Island, New York
Found Jan 20, 2025 · 1 year ago

On January 20, 2025, a male body was discovered in Staten Island, New York, identified as Zdzislaw Malinowski. However, despite establishing an identity, the case remains unresolved as the body has not been claimed by any relatives or acquaintances. This…

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Nick Aguirre

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

On January 20, 2025, a male individual identified as Nick Aguirre was found deceased in Dallas, Texas. His case was registered with NamUS under the identification number UCP140827, and efforts are currently underway to locate his next of kin. The Dallas…

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Jose Betancourt

Male · Bronx, New York
Found Jan 20, 2025 · 1 year ago

On January 20, 2025, the body of Jose Betancourt was discovered in the Bronx, New York. Despite efforts to identify and locate next of kin, he remains an unclaimed person. Authorities have been working to gather any possible information that may lead to…

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Candido Roque

Male · San Jose, California
Found Jan 20, 2025 · 1 year ago

On January 20, 2025, the body of an unclaimed person was found in San Jose, California, identified as Candido Roque. The unfortunate discovery occurred in the aftermath of a fire within a tent at a homeless encampment, shedding light on the vulnerable living…

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Luis Medrano

Male · Fresno, California
Found Jan 20, 2024 · 2 years ago

The discovery of an unclaimed male body on January 20, 2024, in Fresno, California, has led to the opening of a case managed by the Fresno County Sheriff - Coroner's Office. The decedent, identified through NamUs ID: UCP122390 as Luis Medrano, was known to…

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John Cozad

Male · El Dorado, Arkansas
Found Jan 20, 2024 · 2 years ago

On January 20, 2024, the community of El Dorado, Arkansas, was met with the discovery of an unidentified male body, later determined to be that of John Cozad. This case, registered with Namus ID: UCP132764, has since sparked an ongoing effort to locate any…

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Catherine Odenthal

Female · Bronx, New York
Found Jan 20, 2024 · 2 years ago

On January 20, 2024, the body of a female identified as Catherine Odenthal was discovered in Bronx, New York. The case has been recorded with the NamUs ID UCP115325. Despite investigative efforts, Catherine remains an unclaimed person, with authorities…

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Danny David

Male · Ewa Beach, Hawaii
Found Jan 20, 2024 · 2 years ago

On January 20, 2024, in the serene surroundings of Ewa Beach, Hawaii, the body of an unidentified male was discovered, launching a case that would remain unresolved for over a year. With no identifying documents or personal effects found at the scene, the…

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