Michael Haywood was a male individual whose body was discovered on January 24, 2020, in Dallas, Texas. Despite efforts to identify and locate his next of kin, he remains an unclaimed person. His death was officially pronounced in Dallas, and the case has since been under the jurisdiction of the Southwestern Institute of Forensic Science. The agency, located at 2355 North Stemmons Freeway in Dallas, has been actively working to resolve the matter and bring closure to the case.
The case has been cataloged under NamUs ID UCP146940 and is internally referenced by the agency as IFS-20-01421. The Southwestern Institute of Forensic Science, a medical examiner's office, continues to search for any relatives or individuals who may have known Michael Haywood. Their goal is to ensure that he is properly claimed and respectfully laid to rest. Anyone with information is encouraged to contact the agency directly at 214-920-5900 or visit their website at https://www.dallascounty.org/departments/swifs/.
Cases like Michael Haywood’s highlight the importance of community awareness and the role of forensic science in reconnecting the deceased with their families. The search for his next of kin remains open, and authorities hope that someone will come forward to help resolve this case.
Date Found: 01/24/2020
