On April 22, 2024, in San Bernardino, California, the body of James Anthony Wilkes was discovered, resulting in an unclaimed person case. Wilkes, identified by Namus ID: UCP121605, passed away under hospice care within a nursing home. The circumstances surrounding his demise were monitored by the San Bernardino County Sheriff's Department's Coroner Division, which is handling the case with Agency Case Number: 702402985.
As the investigation began, the San Bernardino County Sheriff's Department sought to uncover any familial connections or contacts who might be able to claim Wilkes's remains and arrange for his final rites. Positioned at 175 South Lena Road, the Coroner Division is channeling its resources to reach out to potential relatives or acquaintances. Despite these efforts, no immediate family or next of kin has emerged, leaving the department with the challenging task of securing James Wilkes's identification and ensuring a respectful handling of his remains.
The department urged anyone with information about Wilkes's background or living relatives to step forward by contacting them directly at 909-387-2978. To facilitate transparency and provide real-time updates, the department's Coroner Division maintains a website at http://wp.sbcounty.gov/sheriff/divisions/coroner/. By reaching out to the community, they remain hopeful that they can bring closure to this case by finding someone who can claim and honor James Anthony Wilkes's life appropriately.
Date Found: 04/22/2024
