On March 12, 2023, the body of an unclaimed male, identified as Aquino Cruz-Lugo, was discovered in New York, New York. Despite efforts to locate next of kin or any claiming relatives, Aquino Cruz-Lugo remains unidentified, with no personal connections stepping forward to claim his remains. This has prompted the New York City Office of the Chief Medical Examiner (OCME) to take steps in searching for potential relatives or acquaintances who might have information about Aquino Cruz-Lugo or who may wish to claim and arrange for the disposition of his remains.
The case has been assigned Namus ID: UCP103729 and is associated with the agency case number M-23-008015. The New York City OCME, located at 520 First Avenue, is actively involved in handling the case and urges anyone with pertinent information or the ability to assist in identifying Aquino Cruz-Lugo to come forward. The agency emphasizes the importance of community help in resolving the plight of unclaimed individuals and ensuring that they are respectfully managed.
For further details or to provide information about Aquino Cruz-Lugo, individuals are encouraged to contact the New York City Office of the Chief Medical Examiner. The OCME can be reached at the contact number 212-447-2030, and more information about the agency and its initiatives can be found on their website at [New York City OCME Website](https://www.nyc.gov/site/ocme/index.page). The office remains dedicated to resolving cases like that of Aquino Cruz-Lugo, seeking to bring closure and dignity to unfortunate circumstances of unclaimed persons.
Date Found: 03/12/2023
