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Rafael Rivera

Unclaimed
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On March 1, 2022, the body of a previously unclaimed individual was discovered in Brooklyn, New York. The identity of the deceased was later confirmed as Rafael Rivera. Despite efforts to trace next of kin or acquaintances, his remains continue to be listed as unclaimed under the Namus ID UCP90124. This case has drawn attention due to the challenges faced in locating any relatives or friends who could offer insight into Rivera's background and assist in providing him with a proper burial.

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Date Found: 03/01/2022
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  • Unclaimed Person / NamUs #UCP90124
    • Victim Details

    2022-03-30T18:36:31.277

    2022-03-31T12:48:00.533

    90124

    UCP90124

    33115

    Rafael

    Rivera

    Black / African American

    Black / African American

    Male

    03/01/2022

    Brooklyn

    New York

    Kings County

    No

    30176

    Office of Chief Medical Examiner New York City

    New York

    New York

    New York County

    520 First Avenue, , New York, New York

    2124472030

    Local

    Medical Examiner

    https://www.nyc.gov/site/ocme/index.page

    K22-08931

    2022-03-30

    Gray or Partially Gray

    Unknown

    Unknown

    01/17/2026


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