On January 20, 2025, the body of Jose Betancourt was discovered in the Bronx, New York. Despite efforts to identify and locate next of kin, he remains an unclaimed person. Authorities have been working to gather any possible information that may lead to connecting him with family or loved ones who might not yet be aware of his passing.
The case is being handled by the Office of Chief Medical Examiner of New York City, which is responsible for investigating unclaimed and unidentified persons within the city. Their team is dedicated to determining the circumstances surrounding the case while working to find potential contacts who might be able to provide further details. As of now, his NamUs ID is UCP144756, serving as a reference point for tracking the progress of the investigation.
For further inquiries or to provide any relevant information, individuals are encouraged to reach out to the NYC OCME. Their office is located at 520 First Avenue, New York, New York, and can be contacted via phone at 212-447-2030. Additional details regarding their work and ongoing investigations can be found on their official website: NYC OCME. Those with information that may assist in this matter are urged to come forward.
Date Found: 01/20/2025
