On January 8, 2026, the body of an unidentified male, later referred to as Thomas Tan, was discovered in New York, New York. The case has been classified under the Namus ID UCP155493. Despite investigative efforts, the man remains unclaimed, with no known family members or acquaintances stepping forward to identify him.
The Office of Chief Medical Examiner in New York City, located at 520 First Avenue, is handling the case, which is listed under the agency case number R-26-001035. This office is responsible for conducting thorough examinations and investigations in such instances. Their efforts aim to not only determine the cause of death but also establish the identity of unclaimed individuals to bring closure to any potential family members.
The OCME continues to seek any information that might aid in identifying Thomas Tan or reaching out to any next of kin who might be unaware of his status. They encourage anyone with potential information to contact them directly. Interested parties can reach out to the OCME by calling 2124472030. Further details about the office and its operations can be found on their official website: https://www.nyc.gov/site/ocme/index.page.
Date Found: 01/08/2026
