On January 4, 2019, the body of Robert Vernon Wilson, a 71-year-old male, was found in Lakewood, Washington. Wilson was at a local tavern with his caregiver when he suddenly became unresponsive. Emergency Medical Services (EMS) were promptly called to the scene, and the medics successfully resuscitated him initially. Unfortunately, Wilson's condition deteriorated as he arrested again en route to the hospital, arriving with ongoing CPR. Despite the valiant efforts of the ER staff who conducted Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) protocols for approximately 30 minutes, all attempts to revive him were tragically unsuccessful.
Wilson's significant medical history added complexity to the circumstances surrounding his situation. Despite exhaustive efforts to locate his next of kin, no records or individuals could be identified to claim him. The case thus became an unclaimed person scenario, leaving Wilson without family to attend to his final affairs or honor his memory in a traditional way.
The case is handled by the Pierce County Medical Examiner's Office, located at 3619 Pacific Avenue, Tacoma, Washington. For any inquiries or additional information regarding this case, interested parties are advised to contact the agency directly at 253-798-6494. This unclaimed case, identified under NaMus ID: UCP57609 and agency case number 19-0036, stands as a poignant reminder of the importance of community and connection, even at life's end.
Date Found: 01/04/2019
