On December 1, 2016, the body of a male identified as Michael Bruce Waggoner was discovered in Irving, Texas. Following the discovery, he was pronounced deceased in Dallas, marking the beginning of a case now cataloged under NamUs ID UCP146294. Despite confirming his identity, the search for Mr. Waggoner’s next of kin has been ongoing, with no known relatives currently located or verified.
The investigation into his death and efforts to reconnect him with family have been overseen by the Southwestern Institute of Forensic Science in Dallas. Tasked with the medical examination and case management, the Institute documented the case under agency number IFS-16-21076. This agency operates out of 2355 North Stemmons Freeway and can be contacted at 214-920-5900. Additional resources and information regarding their work are available on their official website: https://www.dallascounty.org/departments/swifs.
The case of Michael Bruce Waggoner remains one of many poignant reminders of individuals who pass away without immediate connections. Unclaimed persons cases like this emphasize the importance of tracing familial ties and providing closure. As efforts to find Mr. Waggoner’s next of kin continue, authorities remain hopeful that someone will come forward to help honor his life and story.
Date Found: 12/01/2016
