On January 10, 2015, the body of a male individual identified as Michael Ray Harrell was found in Dallas, Texas. Following official protocols, Harrell was pronounced deceased by the appropriate authorities in Dallas. Despite this identification, the case remains unresolved in a key aspect: the search for Harrell’s next of kin has yielded no definitive results, leaving the case officially classified as unclaimed.
The investigation has been managed by the Southwestern Institute of Forensic Science, which operates as the medical examiner agency for Dallas County. The agency is located at 2355 North Stemmons Freeway in Dallas, Texas, and can be contacted at 214-920-5900. Their assigned case number for this matter is IFS-15-00593, and further details about their ongoing efforts and procedures can be found on their official website: Dallas County SWIFS.
With the NamUs ID UCP145682, the case of Michael Ray Harrell remains listed in the National Missing and Unidentified Persons System, which aids in the identification and reunification of unclaimed individuals with potential relatives. The continuing search for Harrell’s family or any personal connections is a reminder of the importance of maintaining records, raising awareness, and connecting the dots between communities and forensic services.
Date Found: 01/10/2015
