On January 9, 2026, the body of an unidentified woman was discovered in the Bronx, New York. Identified by the case number B-26-001230, she is known only by her name, Mone Shanay Pegues, but unfortunately remains unclaimed. The case is officially documented in the National Missing and Unidentified Persons System with the ID UCP154926. Despite efforts to uncover more about her story, little information has surfaced, and the circumstances surrounding her remains a mystery to this day.
The Office of Chief Medical Examiner in New York City is handling the investigation. They are tasked with determining the cause of death and any details that might lead to identifying any next of kin or loved ones. They are based at 520 First Avenue in New York and have been diligently working to resolve this case and bring closure to those who might be waiting for Mone.
Anyone with information regarding Mone Shanay Pegues or who may have known her is urged to reach out to the NYC OCME. Their contact number is 212-447-2030, and they also provide resources and contact through their website at https://www.nyc.gov/site/ocme/index.page. There is hope that the community can come together to provide insight or leads that might shine a light on Mone's background and help finally identify her connections. Any assistance or information could prove invaluable in bringing this case to a close and ensuring that Mone's story is not forgotten.
Date Found: 01/09/2026
