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Melvin H Thornton

Unclaimed
Case Description
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On March 9, 2012, the body of an unclaimed man, identified as Melvin H. Thornton, was discovered in Atlanta, Georgia. He was found deceased under a bridge located near 40 West Lake Avenue. Reports indicate that Melvin Thornton was experiencing homelessness at the time of his passing. His case is recorded under Namus ID: UCP351.

Despite efforts to address his circumstances, his identity remained unlinked to family or next of kin, leaving him unclaimed. The case is under the jurisdiction of ...Read More
Date Found: 03/09/2012
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  • Unclaimed Person / NamUs #UCP351
    • Victim Details

    2012-07-06T09:40:40

    2012-07-06T09:40:40

    351

    UCP351

    612

    Melvin

    H

    Thornton

    Black / African American

    Black / African American

    Male

    03/09/2012

    Atlanta

    Georgia

    Fulton County

    30314

    605

    Fulton County Medical Examiner's Office

    , , ,

    12-0426

    01/21/2026


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