On May 16, 2015, a tragic incident occurred near College Park, Georgia, involving an unidentified male pedestrian. The occurrence took place close to the intersection of Herschel Road and Roosevelt Highway, where a man was seen walking along the railroad tracks. The engineer of a passing CSX train noticed the man's perilous position and sounded the train whistle continuously in an effort to warn him. Despite attempts to halt the train, the man was unfortunately struck and died at the scene, leaving the authorities with an unclaimed body to identify.
For years, the case remained unsolved, with the decedent listed as an unidentified person under Namus ID: UCP101324. Despite efforts by the Fulton County Medical Examiner’s Office, located at 430 Pryor Street, S.W. in Atlanta, Georgia, the man's identity remained a mystery. This left investigators and next of kin searching for answers, as the community grappled with the details of the incident. The Medical Examiner’s Office, a division known for thorough and compassionate handling of such cases, continued its investigations into the matter, urging anyone with information to step forward and contact them at 404-613-4400 or visit their website.
Progress finally arrived on March 14, 2023, when advancements in forensic technology enabled a fingerprint comparison utilizing the Next Generation Identification (NGI) system operated by the FBI. Through this cutting-edge system, the decedent was finally identified as Paul E. Bower. This breakthrough concluded a nearly eight-year journey of uncertainty, offering closure to those who knew and cared for Mr. Bower. With the Fulton County Medical Examiner's Office resolving this unidentified person case, Paul E. Bower's legacy is acknowledged, as the office continues its commitment to supporting families and solving cases with humanity and dedication.
Date Found: 05/16/2015
