On June 28, 2022, the body of William R. Ross was discovered in Washington, District of Columbia. Mr. Ross passed away at a local hospital, and unfortunately, no family or next of kin came forward to claim his remains. Consequently, he was sent to the Office of the Chief Medical Examiner (OCME) as a storage case. This governmental body, located at 401 E Street, SW, Washington, DC, took custody of Mr. Ross's body.
Despite efforts to locate his relatives, Mr. Ross remained unclaimed. As a result, OCME had to classify his case as a public disposition case. This designation means that his remains were handled in accordance with public health and safety regulations without personal direction from any family members. OCME, the agency responsible for overseeing such cases, is a vital part of the city’s public health infrastructure. They ensure that all unclaimed bodies are treated with respect and dignity.
The Namus ID for William R. Ross's case is UCP93522, and the agency case number is 22-02004. Anyone with information about Mr. Ross or his potential family members is encouraged to reach out to OCME using their contact number, 202-698-9000, or visit their website at https://ocme.dc.gov/. Through collaboration and public outreach, there is always hope that connection with Mr. Ross's family might be established, ensuring he receives a proper and meaningful commemoration.
Date Found: 06/28/2022
