On February 4, 2026, a female body was discovered in Houston, Texas, later identified as Joanne Arlene McCrory. Despite being identified, efforts to locate and contact her next of kin have so far been unsuccessful. The case of Ms. McCrory, with the Namus ID: UCP155403, is now an unclaimed person case, prompting ongoing investigations and outreach efforts to connect her with surviving family members or loved ones.
The Harris County Institute of Forensic Sciences is spearheading the search for Ms. McCrory’s next of kin. The agency is located at 1861 Old Spanish Trail, Houston, Texas, and serves as the central medical examiner entity responsible for handling this sensitive case. For the individuals or organizations that might hold information about Ms. McCrory's family connections, the Harris County Institute of Forensic Sciences encourages them to come forward and aid in the process of giving Ms. McCrory the dignified closure she deserves.
Those with pertinent information can reach out to the Harris County Institute of Forensic Sciences via their contact number, 832-927-5000. The case is catalogued under the agency case number ML26-0463. Moreover, updates and further details on the case can be accessed through the agency’s official website at https://ifs.harriscountytx.gov/Pages/default.aspx. The investigations continue to seek any potential relatives, friends, or acquaintances of Ms. McCrory to ensure her memory and identity are duly honored.
Date Found: 02/04/2026
