On January 13, 2025, the body of an unclaimed man identified as John Alva Pratt was discovered in San Juan, Puerto Rico. The deceased was admitted to a local hospital where he ultimately passed away. Despite efforts to notify next of kin or locate any personal contacts, no family member or acquaintance has stepped forward to claim the body. As a result, the case remains open under the designation of an unclaimed person, with details documented under Namus ID UCP155459.
The Institute of Forensic Sciences of Puerto Rico is handling the case, operating as the primary agency responsible for managing such matters. Situated at Maga St Corner Casia #54, Urb. Reparto Metropolitano in San Juan, the Institute works diligently to provide answers in situations where individuals remain unclaimed. For those seeking information or wishing to provide details that may aid in identifying any surviving family of John Alva Pratt, the agency can be contacted at 787-765-0615. Inquiries can also be directed through their official website at https://www.icf.pr.gov/.
The agency case number associated with this incident is ICF-2025-00300. Despite the information available, the lack of personal identifiers or connections has resulted in ongoing efforts to resolve his affairs. The Institute of Forensic Sciences of Puerto Rico continues to work towards a resolution and encourages anyone with information that could assist in returning the deceased to his rightful family or known associates to come forward. The agency remains committed to honoring the memory and dignity of John Alva Pratt by ensuring that his story is not forgotten and that any potential relatives have the opportunity to claim him.
Date Found: 01/13/2025
