On January 26, 2019, the body of David Wayne Wiggins was discovered by his roommate in El Paso, Texas. Wiggins, who had a history of homelessness, had recently found temporary shelter with a friend. Despite efforts to locate his family, none could be found. This lack of familial contact compounded the tragic circumstances surrounding his death, leaving him classified as an unclaimed person.
Wiggins was a patient at the El Paso VA clinic and had served as a military veteran, highlighting his connection to the community and his service to the nation. His case was handled by the El Paso County Medical Examiners Office, located at 4505 Alberta Avenue in El Paso, Texas. Inquiries can be directed to the office by calling 915-532-1447 or visiting their website at http://www.epcounty.com/medicalexaminer/.
The NamUs ID for this case is UCP57394, and the agency case number is currently unspecified. The details of Wiggins' life—including his military service, struggles with homelessness, and time spent at the VA clinic—paint a picture of a life marked by both service and hardship. Despite these efforts to bring closure to his case, Wiggins remains unclaimed, illustrating the often-overlooked challenges faced by many veterans and individuals experiencing homelessness.
Date Found: 01/26/2019
