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James Donald Thorup

Unclaimed
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In the peaceful community of Watsonville, California, a poignant case remains unsolved as authorities seek to bring closure to the life of James Donald Thorup. Born in California, Mr. Thorup was a local resident whose life concluded due to natural causes. His body was discovered on June 9, 2021, yet despite the passage of time, his next-of-kin remains unidentified.

James Donald Thorup's case is managed by the diligent team at the Santa Cruz County Sheriff's Office, specifically the Corone ...Read More
Date Found: 06/09/2021
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  • Unclaimed Person / NamUs #UCP121317
    • Victim Details

    2024-05-02T16:37:36.55

    2024-05-07T15:49:13.143

    121317

    UCP121317

    45861

    James

    Donald

    Thorup

    White / Caucasian

    White / Caucasian

    Male

    06/09/2021

    Watsonville

    California

    Santa Cruz County

    95076

    No

    41709

    Santa Cruz County Sheriff's Office- Coroner Division

    Santa Cruz

    California

    Santa Cruz County

    5200 Soquel Avenue, , Santa Cruz, California

    8314547792

    County

    Coroner

    21-04668

    2021-06-09

    Gray or Partially Gray

    Blue

    Blue

    01/19/2026


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