On November 14, 2007, the remains of an unidentified male were discovered in an unknown location in West Virginia. This case, recorded as autopsy case 07-11259 by the Office of the Chief Medical Examiner (OCME) of West Virginia, has remained unresolved, with the individual still unclaimed. Despite being registered in the National Missing and Unidentified Persons System (NamUs) with the ID UCP91997, the identity of this man, potentially named Steve Susick, has yet to be confirmed or claimed by relatives or acquaintances.
The efforts to identify the deceased have been persistent but unfortunately unsuccessful to date. The West Virginia Office of the Chief Medical Examiner, located at 619 Virginia Street West in Charleston, holds the case under its jurisdiction. They maintain detailed records and continue to investigate leads that might provide answers to this decade-long mystery. For those who might have relevant information or wish to assist, the OCME can be contacted at their office number, 304-558-6920. Additionally, they offer more information and updates through their official website dedicated to their work and services.
This case highlights the challenges faced in the identification and subsequent claiming of unidentified persons, underscoring a broader issue within forensic and investigatory fields. Despite advanced technological resources and databases like NamUs, some cases evade resolution, leaving families without closure. The ongoing case of the unidentified male, potentially Steve Susick, is a poignant reminder of the need for community involvement and the unyielding efforts required to address these mysteries.
Date Found: 11/14/2007
