On April 12, 2020, the body of Evelyn Flores was discovered in Bronx, New York, adding another tragic case to the city’s records of unclaimed individuals. Despite efforts to identify and contact potential relatives, her remains have yet to find a final resting place. Evelyn's case is officially documented under Namus ID: UCP68861, which serves as a database entry that hopes to connect fragmented pieces of her identity to anyone who might recognize her.
The investigation is led by the Office of Chief Medical Examiner (OCME) in New York City. OCME, located at 520 First Avenue, New York, New York, is responsible for examining the circumstances surrounding her death and ensuring that proper protocols are followed in attempting to secure an identity and rightful claims over the deceased. For anyone holding pertinent information that might assist in resolving her status or connecting her to distant family, the agency encourages direct communication. They can be reached at 212-447-2030, providing a link between the unknown and those capable of offering recognition.
Evelyn Flores’ case, filed under Agency Case Number: B20-36658, remains open, highlighting the lingering sorrow of unclaimed individual cases across the city. The OCME works tirelessly, offering resources and investigative know-how to resolve such matters with dignity and respect. Further information about their operations and how to engage with them is accessible via their online portal at https://www.nyc.gov/site/ocme/index.page. Through continued efforts, there remains hope that Evelyn may eventually be returned to loving arms or remembered as part of a broader community effort to honor the lives of those unclaimed.
Date Found: 04/12/2020
