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On February 25, 2024, the body of an unclaimed male, Clarence Purnell, was discovered in Queens, New York. This case, recorded under Namus ID UCP133233, has drawn attention due to the mystery surrounding the circumstances of the individual's death and the lack of information about his next of kin. Despite efforts to reach out to possible relatives or acquaintances, Clarence Purnell remains unclaimed, with no family member stepping forward to arrange for his claims.

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Date Found: 02/25/2024
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Victim Details

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133233

UCP133233

49219

Clarence

Purnell

Black / African American

Black / African American

Male

02/25/2024

Queens

New York

Queens County

11418

No

44250

Office of Chief Medical Examiner New York City

New York

New York

New York County

520 First Avenue, , New York, New York

2124472030

Local

Medical Examiner

Q24-06700

Gray or Partially Gray

Curly, black and gray, 1"

Brown

Brown

11/26/2025


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