Richard Hardrick, identified as a male decedent, was found on May 21, 2025, in Farmington Hills, Michigan. His case was entered into the National Missing and Unidentified Persons System under NamUs ID UCP152788. Despite investigative efforts, no next of kin has been located or confirmed, leaving him classified as an unclaimed person. Details surrounding the circumstances of his discovery have not been publicly expanded upon, but the case remains open as authorities continue working to ensure he receives proper identification support and the possibility of family notification.
The investigation is being handled by the Oakland County Medical Examiner’s Office, which is responsible for determining the cause and manner of death as well as attempting to locate relatives. The agency, located at 1200 N. Telegraph Rd, Building 28 East, in Pontiac, Michigan, manages unclaimed and unidentified decedent cases throughout the county. Their team continues to review available records, compare identifying information, and coordinate with law enforcement and national databases in hopes of resolving the case.
The official agency case number for this investigation is 25-4496. Anyone with information that may assist in identifying relatives or providing background on Richard Hardrick is encouraged to contact the Oakland County Medical Examiner’s Office at 248-858-5097. Their involvement underscores the ongoing commitment to ensuring that every individual, including those who pass away without immediate family contact, is treated with dignity and given every opportunity for proper identification and closure.
Date Found: 05/21/2025
