On November 24, 2014, the body of Rena Loraine Woods was discovered in Dallas, Texas. She was pronounced deceased in the city, and her case was subsequently registered with the Southwestern Institute of Forensic Science under the case number IFS-14-19949. Despite efforts to identify and locate her next of kin, Rena remains an unclaimed person, and her case continues to be listed in the National Missing and Unidentified Persons System under ID UCP145664.
The circumstances surrounding Rena’s death have not been publicly detailed, but her status as unclaimed highlights the challenges faced by medical examiners and investigators in reconnecting deceased individuals with their families. The Southwestern Institute of Forensic Science, located at 2355 North Stemmons Freeway in Dallas, has taken the lead in managing her case. They continue to seek any information that could help identify relatives or close contacts who may be able to claim her remains and provide closure.
Efforts to locate Rena’s next of kin remain ongoing. The agency encourages anyone with relevant information to reach out via their contact number, 214-920-5900, or to visit their website at https://www.dallascounty.org/departments/swifs/. Her case stands as a poignant reminder of the importance of community awareness and the role the public can play in helping resolve unclaimed person cases.
Date Found: 11/24/2014
