On November 24, 2023, the body of a man identified as Anthony Dale Barnes was discovered in Pomona, California. Despite efforts to save him, he was transported to a hospital shortly after his discovery, where he was pronounced dead. The identification of Barnes was confirmed through fingerprint analysis conducted by the Los Angeles County Coroner/Medical Examiner. However, his case remains unresolved in terms of locating any next of kin, as no relatives have been identified or notified to date.
The investigation into the circumstances surrounding Barnes's life and connections has yielded no leads on potential family members or next of kin. This has presented a significant challenge for the Los Angeles County Medical Examiner's office, tasked with ensuring proper notification and closure for relatives of the deceased. The agency continues to hold Barnes's case open, seeking any information that might assist in reaching someone who knew him or could take responsibility for his affairs.
The Los Angeles County Medical Examiner, located at 1104 North Mission Road in Los Angeles, California, is currently handling the case under the agency's case number 2023-16310. Individuals who may have known Barnes or have information about his family are urged to contact the medical examiner's office at 323-343-0512. Further details about the agency and its mission can be found on their website at https://me.lacounty.gov/. The office remains committed to respectfully managing unclaimed cases such as Barnes's, in hopes of linking them with any surviving relatives or friends.
Date Found: 11/24/2023
