On April 20, 2026, the body of an unclaimed person was discovered in Manhattan, New York. Identified under the name Pedro Familia, the case has been registered with NamUs, bearing the ID UCP158762. Despite initial steps to identify relatives and notify next of kin, Pedro Familia remains unclaimed. This has left investigators and local authorities in a challenging situation as they strive to provide closure to potential family members and resolve the case.
The Office of Chief Medical Examiner for New York City is currently managing the case, marked under agency case number M26-12652. The OCME plays a crucial role in forensic investigations, conducting autopsies, and determining causes of death within New York City. It is their hope that by reaching out to the public, someone might come forward with information that could aid the identification process or help in notifying any relatives that may not yet be aware of Pedro Familia's passing.
For those who may have any details or want further information regarding this case, they are encouraged to reach out to the Office of Chief Medical Examiner. The office is located at 520 First Avenue, New York, New York. Interested parties can contact them via phone at 2124472030 or visit their website at https://www.nyc.gov/site/ocme/index.page. The OCME remains committed to resolving this matter, seeking any assistance from the community that could lead to a resolution in this unclaimed person case.
Date Found: 04/20/2026
