The case involves Thomas Edward Scott, an unclaimed individual whose body was discovered on July 29, 2024, in Long Beach, California. With the NamUs ID of UCP132177, Thomas was known to be unhoused at the time of his passing. On that fateful morning, a passerby found him unresponsive on the pavement, prompting an immediate call to emergency services. Despite swift intervention, he was pronounced dead at 10:13 a.m.
There were no signs of trauma on his body, and authorities have not suspected foul play in this unfortunate event. The focus of the investigation has since shifted to finding Thomas's next-of-kin, a challenging task given his circumstances as someone experiencing homelessness. Despite the absence of suspicious circumstances, this step is crucial to provide closure for any potential family members who may be unaware of his passing.
The case is being managed by the Los Angeles County Medical Examiner, with their office located at 1104 North Mission Road, Los Angeles, California. The agency can be reached at 323-343-0512, and more information about their services is available on their website at https://me.lacounty.gov/. The agency has designated this case with the number 2024-12031 as they work diligently to locate and notify any relatives of Thomas Edward Scott.
Date Found: 07/29/2024
