In an unresolved case that dates back to January 11, 2018, the body of a man identified as Raphael Heredia was discovered in the Bronx, New York. Despite the passage of time, his remains have yet to be claimed. The case is documented under Namus ID: UCP5011 and remains under the jurisdiction of the New York City Office of Chief Medical Examiner.
The Office of Chief Medical Examiner in New York City, located at 520 First Avenue, is handling this unclaimed persons case, assigned with Agency Case Number B-18-1348. Their role is to determine the cause of death and, ideally, to locate next of kin to provide closure for the deceased's family and friends. Despite their ongoing efforts, Raphael Heredia's family has not been located or has not stepped forward to claim his remains.
Members of the public who may have information regarding Raphael Heredia or his relatives are encouraged to contact the New York City Office of Chief Medical Examiner. You can reach them at 212-447-2030 for further information or to provide leads that might help resolve this case. Additionally, more information can be accessed through their official website at https://www.nyc.gov/site/ocme/index.page. Finding closure in unclaimed persons cases is a crucial part of their mission to serve both the deceased and the community, making public awareness and assistance highly valuable.
Date Found: 01/11/2018
