On June 5, 2025, the deceased body of a male identified as David Kerry Crawford was discovered in Houston, Texas. The circumstances surrounding his death remain part of an ongoing investigation managed by the Harris County Institute of Forensic Sciences. Mr. Crawford's case has been entered into the National Missing and Unidentified Persons System with the identifier UCP147819.
At this time, Mr. Crawford remains unclaimed, and efforts are underway to locate any next of kin who may be able to provide information about his background, or make arrangements on his behalf. The medical examiner’s office is appealing to the public and anyone who may have known Mr. Crawford to come forward. Establishing family connections is critical not only to honor his memory, but to ensure that appropriate steps can be taken regarding his final disposition.
The Harris County Institute of Forensic Sciences, located at 1861 Old Spanish Trail in Houston, Texas, is overseeing the investigation under case number ML25-2238. Individuals with relevant information are encouraged to contact the agency at 832-927-5000. Additional details and updates on this and other cases can be found on the agency’s website: https://ifs.harriscountytx.gov/Pages/default.aspx.
Date Found: 06/05/2025