On July 27, 2022, the body of Wilmer Lee Hartfield was discovered in Dallas, Texas. He was pronounced deceased in the same city, and despite efforts to identify and locate his next of kin, no relatives have yet come forward. The case remains open as authorities continue to search for anyone who may have known Mr. Hartfield or can provide information about his family.
The Southwestern Institute of Forensic Science is the agency overseeing the investigation. Located at 2355 North Stemmons Freeway in Dallas, the Institute serves as the medical examiner’s office for the region. Their team is responsible for determining the cause of death and facilitating identification in cases like this. The agency has assigned case number IFS-22-14844 to Mr. Hartfield’s file and encourages anyone with relevant information to contact them directly at 214-920-5900.
This case is listed in the National Missing and Unidentified Persons System under ID UCP148555. NamUs provides a centralized database to assist in resolving cases involving unidentified remains and missing persons. The continued lack of contact from any known relatives underscores the importance of public awareness and assistance in helping bring closure to Mr. Hartfield’s case.
Date Found: 07/27/2022
