On May 2, 2024, the body of Otto Baltzar Ortiz-Gomez was discovered on the sidewalk in front of a liquor store in Los Angeles, California. A passerby, whose identity remains unknown, found Mr. Gomez unresponsive and immediately called emergency services. Upon arrival, paramedics assessed the situation and confirmed Mr. Gomez's death on the scene. There were no signs of visible trauma on his body, and authorities have indicated that no foul play is suspected in relation to his death.
The case is currently in the hands of the Los Angeles County Medical Examiner's Office, which is tasked with determining any relatives of Mr. Gomez who could possibly claim his body. The primary concern is to identify and contact next-of-kin to notify them of his passing and facilitate appropriate arrangements. Despite the efforts, as of now, no family members or close associates have come forward to claim Mr. Gomez.
The agency handling the case is the Los Angeles County Medical Examiner, located at 1104 North Mission Road, Los Angeles, California. For those who might have information or be able to assist in locating Mr. Gomez's family, the agency's contact number is 323-343-0512. Further information about the case can be found on the Medical Examiner’s website at https://me.lacounty.gov/. The case has been assigned the number 2024-07270, and it is also registered under Namus ID UCP124222, part of the efforts to utilize national databases in locating next-of-kin and resolving unclaimed person cases like that of Mr. Gomez.
Date Found: 05/02/2024
