On December 26, 1981, the body of a male, later identified as Robert Glenn Pelcher, was discovered following an automobile versus pedestrian traffic collision in Santa Monica, California. The incident was not classified as a hit and run, indicating the driver involved remained at the scene or was otherwise accounted for. Immediately after the accident, Pelcher was transported by ambulance to a nearby hospital, where he began medical treatment for his injuries. Despite efforts to improve his condition, Pelcher passed away on January 17, 1982, almost a month after the accident.
For decades, Pelcher's identity remained a mystery. The Los Angeles County Medical Examiner undertook extensive efforts to identify him, holding his case under their jurisdiction (Agency Case Number: 1981-00802). It wasn’t until July 14, 2022, that his identity was confirmed through fingerprint analysis, thereby resolving a part of the perplexing case that lingered for over 40 years.
Pelcher's case is a testament to the relentless endeavors of the Los Angeles County Medical Examiner's Office, located at 1104 North Mission Road in Los Angeles, California. The agency can be reached for further inquiries at 323-343-0512. As advances in forensic science continue to evolve, the agency remains committed to uncovering the identities of the unclaimed and bringing closure to their stories. For detailed information and ongoing updates, interested parties are encouraged to visit their website at https://me.lacounty.gov/.
Date Found: 12/26/1981
