On April 28, 2018, a female body was discovered in an abandoned house in midtown Memphis, Tennessee. The woman, later identified as Carolyn Bates through forensic means, was found deceased under circumstances that prompted an investigation by local authorities. Despite efforts to trace her life and connections, the case fell into the category of unclaimed persons, as no next-of-kin were identified, contacted, or informed about her death.
The remains of Carolyn Bates were eventually laid to rest at the Shelby County Cemetery on August 1, 2018. This decision was made after exhaustive attempts by the Memphis Police Department to locate any family members or acquaintances who could have claimed her remains and provided her with a personal memorial service. Without anyone stepping forward to undertake this responsibility, the interment was handled by the local authorities in accordance with standard procedures for unclaimed bodies.
The investigation, led by the Memphis Police Department, remains unresolved concerning any further identification of family or friends who might have offered insights into Carolyn Bates's life or circumstances leading to her demise. The department, located at 170 North Main Street in Memphis, has maintained her case details under Agency Case Number 1804014447ME. Although the initial focus was on solving the mystery of her death, the added task of finding someone who knew Carolyn Bates personally has proven to be particularly challenging. Anyone with information regarding this case is urged to contact the Memphis Police Department at 901-636-3700 or through their website.
Date Found: 04/28/2018
