On February 9, 2024, at 0757 hours, deputies from the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department - Lancaster Station received an urgent call concerning an adult male who was reportedly not breathing. Responding promptly to the distress call, the deputies arrived at the location in Lancaster, California, where they were met by personnel from the Los Angeles County Fire Department. Upon their arrival, the firefighters confirmed that the man had already passed away and there was nothing further that could be done to revive him. Consequently, the time of death was officially pronounced at 0812 hours.
The unfortunate incident involved an unclaimed person identified as Joseph Thomas Szasz. With no immediate family or contacts to claim his body, the situation necessitated further investigation and documentation. The case, logged under the NaMus Identification number UCP123084 and the agency case number 024-02270-1197-496, is handled by the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department, specifically the Lancaster Station. As part of standard procedure, the department seeks to gather further information that may assist in contacting relatives or associates of Mr. Szasz, to ensure proper closure and fulfillment of any final rites.
In a bid to solve the unclaimed status of Mr. Szasz, the agency has made available their contact resources for any inquiries or leads. Situated at 501 W. Lancaster Blvd., Lancaster, California, the department encourages anyone with pertinent information to reach out. Interested parties can contact the agency directly at 661-948-8466 or visit their official website for additional details and support, reflecting their commitment to resolving such sensitive cases with due diligence and respect.
Date Found: 02/09/2024
