On March 13, 2026, the body of an unidentified male, later determined to be Eddy Benitez, was discovered in New York City, New York. The circumstances surrounding his death remain unclear, leading to his classification as an unclaimed person under Namus ID: UCP157599. Authorities are actively seeking any information that might shed light on his identity and the conditions leading up to his discovery.
The Office of the Chief Medical Examiner in New York City is handling the case, carrying the agency case number M-26-008797. This office, responsible for investigating deaths in the city, is located at 520 First Avenue, New York, New York. Investigators at the medical examiner's office are looking for assistance from the public or anyone who might have known Eddy Benitez to help piece together the events that led to his untimely demise.
Members of the public who might have pertinent information about Eddy Benitez are encouraged to reach out to the New York City Office of Chief Medical Examiner. The agency can be contacted at 212-447-2030, and further details may be available on their website at https://www.nyc.gov/site/ocme/index.page. The medical examiner’s office hopes that someone will come forward to provide crucial insights that might assist in resolving this case, thereby bringing some closure to Eddy Benitez's unsettled story.
Date Found: 03/13/2026
