In an enigmatic case involving the remains of Benson Barry Tony, a male body was discovered on July 6, 2023, in Gardena, California. Benson was admitted to the Memorial Hospital of Gardena, where he remained hospitalized until he was pronounced deceased on the same day. Despite the efforts to identify and locate his next of kin, he has remained unclaimed.
Following his passing, Benson was released to the Los Angeles County Morgue, where he was held pending further investigation. It was not until November 2023 that the Los Angeles County Medical Examiner's office, based at 1104 North Mission Road, identified him as an Honorably Discharged Veteran. Regrettably, no next of kin was found to claim him despite this identification.
This case, registered under the NamUs ID UCP115790 and Agency Case Number 2023-15238, remains open with the Los Angeles County Medical Examiner. Anyone with information that could aid in this case is encouraged to contact the agency directly at 323-343-0512 or visit their website for more details. The Los Angeles County Medical Examiner continues to hold Benson's case with the hopes of eventually bringing closure to his story.
Date Found: 07/06/2023
