On September 20, 2019, the body of Michael Anthony Strawder Jr., a 34-year-old male, was discovered at a motel in the area surrounding the airport in Memphis, Tennessee. The initial discovery led to an investigation by the Memphis Police Department, wherein positive identification was established through fingerprint analysis. Despite successfully identifying the deceased, authorities have faced significant challenges in locating or contacting any next-of-kin to arrange for the customary posthumous formalities.
Further complications arose as exhaustive attempts to identify family members or associates yielded no leads, leaving Mr. Strawder without representation by immediate relatives or friends. Efforts by the police to notify or locate any potential next-of-kin have so far turned out unsuccessful. Consequently, although the identification was accomplished with precision for agency records, this case underscores the poignant reality of individuals who remain indefinitely unclaimed.
In the absence of family intervention, Shelby County is set to oversee the final arrangements concerning Mr. Strawder's resting place, adhering to the protocol for unclaimed individuals. The Memphis Police Department, situated at 170 North Main Street, continues to be the point of contact, with an open invitation for any connections of Mr. Strawder to come forward. The public is encouraged to reach out to the department via their contact number, 901-636-3700, or through the official website [here](http://www.memphispolice.org/), referencing agency case number 1909010468ME.
Date Found: 09/20/2019
