On October 7, 2025, an unidentified male body was discovered in New York, New York. The case, assigned Namus ID: UCP156431, involves an individual whose identity has yet to be confirmed, and he is currently referred to as William Vanwinkle. The circumstances surrounding his discovery remain unclear, prompting the involvement of the Office of Chief Medical Examiner in New York City.
The Office of Chief Medical Examiner is responsible for conducting a thorough investigation in an attempt to ascertain the identity of the deceased, as well as to determine the cause and manner of death. This agency, located at 520 First Avenue in New York, is dedicated to serving the community by providing high-quality forensic science services. Their efforts ensure that cases like William Vanwinkle's are handled with the utmost care and professionalism.
For those who may have information regarding this case, or for further inquiries, the Office of Chief Medical Examiner can be contacted directly. They can be reached at their phone number, 212-447-2030, and more information can be found on their official website at https://www.nyc.gov/site/ocme/index.page. The agency case number associated with this particular investigation is M-25-031348. The OCME invites anyone with potential leads or details concerning this unclaimed individual to come forward in hopes of resolving this case.
Date Found: 10/07/2025
