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Case Description
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On August 24, 2022, the body of Samuel D. Vawter was discovered in Knoxville, Tennessee. Despite efforts to identify next of kin or individuals willing to claim his body, no arrangements were made, leading to his classification as an unclaimed person. With a NamUs ID of UCP96829, his case drew the attention of authorities as they sought to offer some resolution and dignity to his passing, despite the unfortunate circumstances.

The case was managed by the Knox County Regional Forensic Cent ...Read More
Date Found: 08/24/2022
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Victim Details

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96829

UCP96829

37732

Samuel

D

Vawter

White / Caucasian

White / Caucasian

Male

08/24/2022

Knoxville

Tennessee

Knox County

37917

No

34369

Knox County Regional Forensic Center

Knoxville

Tennessee

Knox County

2761 Sullins Street, , Knoxville, Tennessee

8652158000

County

Medical Examiner

220825-107

2022-08-25

Gray or Partially Gray

Blue

Blue

12/03/2025


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