On June 4, 2026, the body of a man identified as Vasiliy Velgan was discovered in Manhattan, New York. The New York City Office of Chief Medical Examiner is currently handling the case and seeking any information that could help identify and claim Velgan's remains. The circumstances surrounding the discovery of his body are still under investigation, as efforts to trace his identity and locate his next of kin continue. Listed under Namus ID UCP160377, the case remains a priority for the medical examiner's office as they strive to provide closure.
The dedicated team at the New York City OCME is urging anyone who may have known Velgan or can offer details about his life to come forward. The agency is committed to ensuring that Velgan receives a dignified resolution to his case. Meanwhile, the office has expressed the importance of community involvement in making connections that might lead to identifying family members or acquaintances who could claim his body.
For additional details or to provide information regarding this case, the public is encouraged to contact the Office of Chief Medical Examiner's office directly. Located at 520 First Avenue in New York, the office can be reached at 212-447-2030. More information about the agency's operations and ongoing efforts can be found on their official website at https://www.nyc.gov/site/ocme/index.page. The agency remains hopeful that with the public's assistance, they can successfully resolve this unclaimed person case.
Date Found: 06/04/2026
