On March 29, 2025, the unresponsive body of James Leonard Judge was discovered by staff at Vernon Healthcare Nursing Home in Los Angeles, California. Despite attempts to resuscitate, death was officially pronounced at 1:22 a.m. Mr. Judge was later registered as an unclaimed person under Namus ID: UCP147374.
Following the discovery, the case was taken up by the Los Angeles County Medical Examiner. The agency, located at 1104 North Mission Road, initiated a full investigation under case number 2025-08950. As part of standard procedures, efforts were made to identify next of kin and notify potential relatives. However, as of now, Mr. Judge remains unclaimed, prompting public outreach and listings in official databases like NamUs to aid in resolving his status.
The circumstances surrounding Mr. Judge's passing remain under review. The Medical Examiner’s office continues to manage the case and invites anyone with information to reach out via their official website at me.lacounty.gov or by calling 323-343-0512. The unclaimed person listing highlights the continued importance of connecting unidentified or unclaimed individuals with potential family members, offering closure and dignity where it is most needed.
Date Found: 03/29/2025
