On June 16, 2025, the body of an adult male, identified as Jose Cancel, was discovered in the Bronx, New York. Despite efforts to contact next of kin or associates, he remains unclaimed. His case has been entered into the National Missing and Unidentified Persons System under the ID UCP147781. Local authorities and the medical examiner's office continue to seek any information that might connect him to family or acquaintances, in hopes of offering closure and dignity in the handling of his remains.
The case is currently under the jurisdiction of the Office of Chief Medical Examiner for New York City. The investigation and care of Mr. Cancel’s remains are being managed at their facility located at 520 First Avenue, New York, NY. Individuals who may have relevant information are encouraged to reach out to the OCME via their contact number: 212-447-2030. The agency’s official website here provides further insight into their services and procedures for handling unclaimed persons.
Jose Cancel’s case, identified internally by the agency as B-25-019238, underscores the importance of public engagement in reconnecting the deceased with their communities. The OCME continues to rely on tips, database matches, and public awareness to resolve cases like these and ensure that every person is remembered and respectfully accounted for.
Date Found: 06/16/2025
