On December 19, 2016, a male body was discovered in Brooklyn, New York. The deceased individual was identified as Richard Lewter. Despite efforts to trace relatives or friends, Richard Lewter remains an unclaimed person, with no one having come forward to claim his body. The case has been recorded under the Namus ID UCP3152 and is being handled by the New York City Office of Chief Medical Examiner. The lack of claimants makes it a challenging case, prompting authorities to seek public assistance in identifying any potential next of kin.
The Office of Chief Medical Examiner in New York City is tasked with the investigation, carrying the agency case number K-16-27638. This agency is responsible for examining the circumstances surrounding Lewter’s death and ensuring that all possible avenues are pursued in identifying anyone who might be able to claim the deceased. The office is located at 520 First Avenue, New York, New York, and can be contacted at 212-447-2030 for anyone who might have relevant information regarding Richard Lewter or his relatives.
For more details or to offer information that could assist in closing this case, individuals are encouraged to reach out to the Office of Chief Medical Examiner directly. Information about ongoing cases and more about their efforts can be found on their website at [NYC OCME](https://www.nyc.gov/site/ocme/index.page). The support and information from the public are invaluable in bringing closure to such cases and ensuring that unclaimed persons like Richard Lewter receive the dignified acknowledgment they deserve.
Date Found: 12/19/2016
