On the afternoon of October 19, 2020, in San Diego, California, the body of 74-year-old Thomas Edward Hays was discovered under tragic circumstances. Hays, a White male, lived a solitary life in a studio apartment, and little is known about his marital status or family ties. His friends and neighbors remember him as a reserved individual who kept to himself.
The alarm was raised by a concerned friend who had been unable to reach Hays, prompting a welfare check by the apartment management. Upon entering the secured apartment, they found Hays lying prone on the bathroom floor, clearly having passed away. The authorities were quickly called to the scene, and both fire and police personnel responded promptly. Unfortunately, it was too late for any medical intervention, and Thomas Edward Hays was officially pronounced deceased at the scene.
This case, filed under Namus ID: UCP76298, remains a matter of public record as an unclaimed person case. Despite efforts from local agencies, very little information has surfaced regarding Hays' family or personal connections. The absence of family members or close contacts who could claim his remains or provide more insight into his life has left this case open, with the hope that someone with ties to Hays will eventually come forward.
Date Found: 10/19/2020
