On November 22, 2025, the body of an unidentified male, later referred to as Mario Perez, was discovered in New York, New York. Despite efforts to identify and contact family members or acquaintances, he remains unclaimed. The body was found under circumstances that remain under investigation, necessitating the involvement of the Office of Chief Medical Examiner New York City. This case has been cataloged under the Namus ID: UCP157290.
The Office of Chief Medical Examiner New York City, located at 520 First Avenue, is the designated agency handling this case. As they continue to exhaust all available avenues to establish contact with anyone who might have known Mario Perez, they encourage those with any potential information to come forward. The agency is appealing to the public to assist in resolving this case by reaching out and providing any details that might shed light on the identity, background, or next of kin of Mario Perez.
This case highlights the challenges involved in cases of unclaimed persons, where individuals end up unidentified and detached from any known familial ties. The NYC Office of Chief Medical Examiner is committed to bringing closure, not just to the case itself, but to the individual's story in the hopes of providing dignity and resolution. Anyone with information or inquiries regarding Mario Perez is urged to contact the agency directly at 212-447-2030. Further details and updates may be found on their official website at https://www.nyc.gov/site/ocme/index.page.
Date Found: 11/22/2025
