On September 2, 2018, the body of a woman later identified as Nora Ann Pope was discovered in Dallas, Texas. Despite efforts to uncover her personal history and familial connections, she remains listed as an unclaimed person under the Namus ID: UCP146620. Following standard procedures, she was officially pronounced deceased in Dallas and the investigation to identify and locate her next of kin was promptly initiated.
Handling the case is the Southwestern Institute of Forensic Science, a well-respected medical examiner agency based at 2355 North Stemmons Freeway in Dallas. The assigned agency case number, IFS-18-16323, reflects the detailed documentation maintained as part of the examination and identification process. The team at SWIFS continues to work toward resolving her case, seeking leads that could reunite Nora Ann Pope’s remains with her family or loved ones.
Efforts to trace her origins and uncover potential connections have likely involved comparisons of dental records, fingerprints, and DNA profiles, which are common practices in such circumstances. However, with time passing and no confirmed familial link established, her case remains open and unresolved.
Community awareness and public engagement play a vital role in cases like Nora’s. Anyone with knowledge that might help identify next of kin or shed light on her life is encouraged to contact the Southwestern Institute of Forensic Science at 214-920-5900. Additional details about their procedures and active cases are available through their website: Dallas County SWIFS.
Date Found: 09/02/2018
