Derek Donegal was an unidentified male whose body was discovered on June 24, 2025, in Brooklyn, New York. Despite efforts to trace his identity and locate next of kin, he remains unclaimed. The circumstances surrounding his death have not been publicly disclosed, and his case continues to be handled by the Office of Chief Medical Examiner of New York City.
The case has been cataloged under NamUs ID UCP147772 and assigned the internal agency case number K-25-019610. The New York City OCME is actively seeking any information that could help resolve the case, including leads on family members, acquaintances, or anyone who may have known Derek Donegal. His unclaimed status highlights the challenges faced by medical examiners in reconnecting decedents with their communities, especially in densely populated urban areas like Brooklyn.
Anyone with relevant information is encouraged to contact the Office of Chief Medical Examiner in New York City. The agency is located at 520 First Avenue, New York, NY, and can be reached by phone at 212-447-2030. Additional details and updates may be available on their official website: https://www.nyc.gov/site/ocme/index.page.
Date Found: 06/24/2025
