On July 5, 2022, the body of a female, identified as Carmen Maldonado, was discovered in New York, New York. This case has been classified as an "unclaimed person case," and despite efforts to locate next of kin or someone to assume responsibility for her remains, no one has come forward. As of now, Carmen Maldonado remains unclaimed, and her case is being handled by the Office of Chief Medical Examiner (OCME) in New York City. The details surrounding her death and the circumstances that led to her being unclaimed remain under the purview of the OCME.
The Office of Chief Medical Examiner of New York City is responsible for investigating deaths such as Carmen Maldonado's when there is no apparent family contact available. Located at 520 First Avenue, New York, NY, the agency serves a crucial role in determining the cause and manner of deaths within the city. For those seeking additional information regarding the status or updates on this case, the NYC OCME can be contacted directly at 212-447-2030. The agency also maintains a website with further resources and information for those who may wish to learn more about unclaimed persons or are looking to assist in identifying and claiming individuals like Carmen Maldonado.
Given the sensitive nature of unclaimed person cases, the Office of Chief Medical Examiner continues to undertake efforts to connect individuals with potential family members or other parties who might provide closure. To facilitate this, the case has been assigned a specific number—Agency Case Number: M22-21574. As is standard in such cases, the NamUs database provides another avenue through which the case can be accessed via NamUs ID: UCP94498. These identifiers help streamline the process for those interested in assuming responsibility for Carmen Maldonado’s remains or seeking information about her case.
Date Found: 07/05/2022
