On March 9, 2018, the body of Bernard C. Bratten, an unclaimed person, was discovered in the Bronx, New York. The case has been assigned Namus ID: UCP5299. The circumstances surrounding Bernard's passing remain unclear, and his body has not been claimed by any family or acquaintances as of yet. His identified remains underscore a broader issue facing medical examiners: the high number of individuals who pass away without any known next of kin or sufficient documentation to locate them.
The Office of Chief Medical Examiner (OCME) in New York City is responsible for handling Bernard C. Bratten’s case. With the case number B-18-6554, the OCME has undertaken the task of establishing any possible connections to relatives or acquaintances but to little avail. The role of the agency typically involves meticulous investigation into the cause of death, as well as pursuing leads to identify and inform potential next of kin. Despite these efforts, Bernard remains unclaimed, highlighting the need for increased public awareness and involvement in such cases.
For those who may have any information regarding Bernard C. Bratten, or to inquire further into his case, the NYC OCME remains available for contact. The agency, located at 520 First Avenue in New York City, can be reached by phone at 212-447-2030. Further details about their mission and ongoing cases can be found on their website at www.nyc.gov/site/ocme/index.page. The OCME continues to seek any leads that might bring closure to Bernard Bratten's case, hoping that someone might step forward with information that could help locate his family members or loved ones.
Date Found: 03/09/2018
