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John Mertens, an 81-year-old male, was found unresponsive in his bed at an assisted living facility in Redwood City, California, on September 22, 2021. Despite efforts to identify and claim him, his case remains unresolved. The San Mateo County Coroner's Office has taken charge of the investigation, seeking any information that might help locate potential relatives or acquaintances who could provide insight into his background.
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Date Found: 09/22/2021
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Date Found: 09/22/2021
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144674
UCP144674
51949
John
Mertens
White / Caucasian
White / Caucasian
Male
09/22/2021
Redwood City
California
San Mateo County
94062
No
46395
San Mateo County Coroner's Office
San Mateo
California
San Mateo County
K'Lynn Weber
Chief Deputy Coroner
50 Tower Road, , San Mateo, California
6503125562
County
Coroner
21-01710
Gray or Partially Gray
Unknown
Unknown
11/25/2025
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