On September 12, 2024, the body of Pompeyo Galas, a 79-year-old transient male, was discovered on a public sidewalk in Honolulu, Hawaii. Despite efforts by local authorities and medical professionals, Mr. Galas's identity remained largely a mystery, as documentation or clear identification was not found with him at the time. He was promptly transported to a nearby hospital where medical staff attempted to stabilize his condition, and he remained under their care for three months. Unfortunately, despite the best efforts of the hospital staff, Mr. Galas passed away without regaining full consciousness.
As an unclaimed person, Mr. Galas's case was brought to the attention of the Department of the Medical Examiner in Honolulu, who took on the responsibility of finding any living next-of-kin or someone who could provide closure for Mr. Galas's remains and his unclaimed status. Exhaustive searches through local databases and routine checks against missing persons reports provided no immediate leads. Instead, the agency hopes to uncover more about his life and any relatives he may have had, to properly honor his life.
While the Honolulu Medical Examiner's Office, located at 835 Iwilei Road in Honolulu, continues their search, they request the public's assistance in identifying anyone who might have known Mr. Galas. They urge anyone with information to reach out via their contact number, 808-768-3090, to share any potentially useful information. The case has been recorded under the agency case number 2025-0322, with additional details available on their official website. The office remains committed to resolving this case with dignity and care, ensuring Mr. Galas receives the proper respect he deserves as efforts to locate any next-of-kin persist.
Date Found: 09/12/2024
