On July 23, 2002, an unidentified male was discovered unresponsive at the intersection of 42nd Street and 3rd Avenue in New York City. The individual was promptly transported to NYU Tisch Hospital, where he received medical care. Despite the best efforts of the healthcare professionals, he remained unresponsive and required mechanical ventilation support. After spending several months in a medically precarious state, the unknown man passed away on November 6, 2002.
Following his death, the Office of Chief Medical Examiner in New York City took responsibility for the case to identify the deceased. This agency, located at 520 First Avenue in New York, serves as the city's primary institution for forensic investigations into deaths occurring under unusual circumstances. The Namus ID assigned to this particular case is UCP2083, with an agency case number of M02-5861. Despite their diligent efforts, the identity of this man remained elusive for the medical examiner's office, leaving his case classified as that of an unclaimed person.
The unclaimed nature of this case has prompted continuous efforts by the Office of Chief Medical Examiner to find information that might resolve the mystery of the man's identity and connect him with any potential family members or acquaintances. The agency invites anyone with information relevant to the case to reach out via their contact number at 212-447-2030 or through their official website. The hope is that, with public cooperation, the deceased man's story might find closure through identification, allowing for a respectful commemoration of his life.
Date Found: 11/06/2002
