On January 14, 2021, the body of Kum Ko Lopez, a female individual, was discovered in Daly City, California. Despite efforts to locate and notify next of kin, she remains unclaimed. Her case has been officially registered under NamUs ID UCP149561, a national database used to track and resolve cases involving unidentified and unclaimed persons. The circumstances surrounding her death have not been publicly disclosed, and her story remains largely unknown to the broader community.
The investigation and handling of Kum Ko Lopez’s remains have been overseen by the San Mateo County Coroner's Office. Located at 50 Tower Road in San Mateo, California, this agency is responsible for determining the cause of death and attempting to identify and contact any surviving relatives. The case has been logged under agency case number 21-00167. Anyone with information regarding Kum Ko Lopez or her family is encouraged to contact the Coroner’s Office directly at 650-312-5562.
Unclaimed person cases like this one highlight the quiet tragedies that unfold when individuals pass away without known family or connections. Kum Ko Lopez’s name is known, yet her story remains incomplete. The hope is that through public awareness and outreach, someone who knew her may come forward, helping to bring closure and dignity to her memory.
Date Found: 01/14/2021
