On January 15, 2022, the remains of an unidentified male were discovered in Queens, New York. This individual is known as Pedro Ortiz according to case records, although further verification of identity details is ongoing. The case has been logged with the National Missing and Unidentified Persons System (NamUs) under the ID UCP89122 and is currently managed by the Office of Chief Medical Examiner (OCME) of New York City.
The OCME, which operates from its headquarters at 520 First Avenue, New York, New York, is responsible for conducting thorough investigations to determine the identity and cause of death of this individual. Their medical examiners and investigative teams are trained in forensic pathology, working meticulously to gather any possible information that could lead to the identification of Pedro Ortiz and to return his remains to any possible next of kin.
Despite the efforts of the dedicated team at the OCME, the case remains unresolved, with Pedro Ortiz still unclaimed. This impacts the ability to provide closure to any potential family members or loved ones. For those who may have information or require further inquiry into this case, the OCME has established a direct line of communication and encourages people to reach out via their main contact number at 212-447-2030. More resources and updates can also be accessed through their official website at https://www.nyc.gov/site/ocme/index.page. The agency is hopeful that with public assistance, more information can be gathered to bring resolution to this human tragedy.
Date Found: 01/15/2022
