Charles Early Martin III, an 83-year-old male, was witnessed going unresponsive during dinner in Daly City, California. His primary care physician certified his death, and on February 9, 2024, his body was officially recorded as found. Despite standard procedures, no immediate next of kin or claimant has been identified for him, leaving the case open as an unclaimed person.
The San Mateo County Coroner's Office, located at 50 Tower Road in San Mateo, California, has handled the case under agency case number 24-00259. As the investigating authority, they remain responsible for determining the next steps in managing Martin’s remains and pursuing potential connections to family or acquaintances. The office can be reached at 650-312-5562 for further information regarding his case.
With no family members or individuals coming forward to claim Martin’s body, his case highlights the often-overlooked issue of unclaimed persons—individuals who pass away with no documented relatives or contacts capable of taking responsibility. Situations like his underscore the importance of outreach efforts to locate any remaining ties or to ensure dignified arrangements.
Date Found: 02/09/2024
