On April 6, 2020, a male body was discovered in Santee, California, which has been identified as that of 71-year-old Roy Harris. Living a transient lifestyle, Harris’s absence was noticed by his friends who had not seen him for about a month. Concerned about his wellbeing, they visited his encampment one afternoon and made the grim discovery. Upon opening the tent where Harris resided, they found his body in a state of decomposition. Acting promptly, they flagged down a passerby to make an emergency 9-1-1 call at approximately 3:44 PM.
Responding to the distress call, deputies arrived at the scene and confirmed the death of Roy Harris. Without signs of foul play immediately evident, the case was attended to by the San Diego County Medical Examiner's Office. The office, located at 5570 Overland Avenue, Ste. 101, San Diego, California, took charge of the situation, cataloging it under the case number 2020-0932. They can be contacted at 858-694-2895 for any information that might help further clarify the case or contact their website at https://www.sandiegocounty.gov/content/sdc/me.html.
This case underscores the challenges faced by individuals living transient lifestyles, who often remain on the fringes of society and can become disconnected from their community and the support systems that might offer timely intervention. Efforts are ongoing to reach out to anyone who might be able to claim Roy Harris and provide insights into his life, hoping to close this chapter with dignity and respect for the deceased.
Date Found: 04/06/2020
