Alfredo Estrada, a 62-year-old Hispanic male known to have lived a homeless lifestyle, was found deceased on December 24, 2022, in a transient encampment in Del Mar, California. Estrada's body was discovered by a community volunteer who promptly called 911, but paramedics, upon arrival, confirmed that he had already passed away. The case is being handled by the San Diego County Medical Examiner's Office.
The circumstances surrounding Estrada's death are part of a challenging situation often faced by individuals who experience homelessness. Without a permanent address or stable living conditions, these individuals are particularly vulnerable to health issues and, at times, may remain unidentified or unclaimed after passing. In Estrada's case, the lack of immediate family or connections may have contributed to his status as an unclaimed individual.
Information regarding this case, identified with Namus ID: UCP100595 and agency case number 2022-04314, can be accessed through the San Diego County Medical Examiner's Office. Their office, located at 5570 Overland Avenue, Ste. 101, San Diego, California, provides resources and information for those who may have known Estrada or can assist with the identification process. They can be contacted by phone at 858-694-2895, and further details or inquiries can be made through their website at https://www.sandiegocounty.gov/content/sdc/me.html.
Date Found: 12/29/2022
