The case of Richard D. Salter, listed under Namus ID UCP153353, concerns an unidentified and unclaimed male whose body was discovered on November 19, 2025, in the Bronx, New York. Few personal details have been confirmed, and no next of kin have yet been located. The circumstances surrounding his death, as well as the events leading up to his discovery, remain limited to the information documented by the investigating authorities. Efforts to establish his identity beyond the name provided, verify personal history, or locate relatives are ongoing.
The investigation is being handled by the Office of Chief Medical Examiner of New York City, the agency responsible for determining cause and manner of death in cases such as this. The case has been formally recorded under Agency Case Number B‑25‑034375. As with all unclaimed person cases, the OCME continues to seek any information that may help confirm identity, notify family members, or clarify the circumstances of the decedent’s final days.
Anyone who may have known Richard D. Salter or who has information relevant to this case is encouraged to contact the NYC Office of Chief Medical Examiner. The agency is located at 520 First Avenue, New York, New York, and can be reached at 212‑447‑2030. Additional information about the agency and its procedures can be found on their official website at https://www.nyc.gov/site/ocme/index.page. The OCME requests that individuals with potential information call directly for further guidance.
Date Found: 11/19/2025
