On July 6, 2018, the body of a male, identified for record purposes as Garfield James, was discovered in Far Rockaway, New York. Despite investigations, the case remains an unclaimed person scenario under Namus ID: UCP54919. The details surrounding his passing have left authorities with more questions than answers, prompting a call for community assistance to provide any information that might lead to the identification of this individual and potential notification of next-of-kin.
The case is being handled by the Office of Chief Medical Examiner in New York City. As with many such cases, the office is tasked with the difficult job of piecing together details from scant evidence. Garfield James, as he is cataloged, represents one of the many individuals whose stories are left incomplete without the closure of being identified and claimed by family or friends.
For those who might possess any insights or information that might aid in the identification of Garfield James, the Office of Chief Medical Examiner encourages direct contact. They can be reached at 520 First Avenue, New York, New York, or via phone at 212-447-2030. Their official website, https://www.nyc.gov/site/ocme/index.page, provides additional resources and information on how to contact them. The agency case number for this matter is Q-18-017951, and the office remains hopeful that with public cooperation, they can bring some comfort and closure to those unknowingly related to Garfield James.
Date Found: 07/06/2018
