Edward John Lewis was found deceased on January 12, 2017, in Dallas, Texas. His remains were discovered within the jurisdiction of the Southwestern Institute of Forensic Science, which subsequently took charge of the case. The agency, located at 2355 North Stemmons Freeway in Dallas, Texas, assigned the case number IFS-17-00814 and began efforts to identify and locate any surviving relatives. Despite being positively identified, Edward John Lewis remains unclaimed, and authorities continue to search for his next of kin.
The case is cataloged in the National Missing and Unidentified Persons System under the ID UCP146351. The Southwestern Institute of Forensic Science, a medical examiner’s office, is leading the investigation into locating family members who may be able to claim Mr. Lewis. Their contact number is 214-920-5900, and further details about their work and ongoing cases can be found on their official website: https://www.dallascounty.org/departments/swifs/.
Efforts to connect Edward John Lewis with relatives have thus far been unsuccessful, leaving his case open and unresolved. The medical examiner’s office continues to appeal to the public for any information that may assist in identifying and contacting his next of kin. This case serves as a somber reminder of the importance of community awareness and outreach in helping reunite the deceased with their families.
Date Found: 01/12/2017
