On June 8, 2023, the body of Lawrence Vernon, an unclaimed individual, was discovered in Columbus, Ohio. Identified by the Namus ID: UCP105728, Vernon, an 82-year-old Black male, was declared dead at 20:48 hours by CFD Medic #11 in his secured residence. The sequence of events leading to this conclusion began at approximately 20:15 hours when Vernon's roommates found him in a state of distress. They reported that he was shaking in bed, which they interpreted as experiencing a seizure. Soon after, Vernon exhibited signs of respiratory difficulty before becoming unresponsive.
Earlier in the day, Vernon's roommates last reported seeing him alive at about 16:30 hours, consuming a meal in the kitchen. Emergency medical services were contacted as Vernon's condition deteriorated rapidly. Upon arrival, EMS personnel moved him to the ground and into the hallway, where they initiated CPR in a desperate attempt to revive him. Despite their efforts, Vernon was pronounced dead shortly after their arrival.
The case is being handled by the Franklin County Coroner's Office, located at 2090 Frank Road, Columbus, Ohio. The case bears the agency number 23-2526. To gather more information or report pertinent details, individuals can contact the coroner's office at 614-525-5290 or visit their website at https://coroner.franklincountyohio.gov/. As of now, Lawrence Vernon's remains are unclaimed, and his case remains open, with authorities seeking any next of kin or further information to provide closure to this matter.
Date Found: 06/08/2023
