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 anyone who might be able to claim him have so far been unsuccessful. This has left the case at a standstill, with little closure for those who may have known him.
The Office of Chief Medical Examiner (OCME) for New York City is handling the investigation under the agency case number Q-22-040218 and Namus ID UCP98665. They are seeking any information that could lead to the identification of Francisco Amaya’s next of kin, or that could provide background on how he came to be found deceased. Given that such cases can be emotionally taxing for families and communities, the OCME is committed to thoroughly investigating all leads.
Anyone with pertinent information is encouraged to reach out to the OCME. The agency, located at 520 First Avenue in New York City, can be contacted by phone at 212-447-2030. Additionally, more information about the agency and their work can be found on their website at [OCME NYC](https://www.nyc.gov/site/ocme/index.page). The office remains hopeful that through community cooperation, they can provide much-needed answers and resolution to this case.
Date Found: 12/20/2022
