On February 18, 2020, a female body was discovered in the Bronx, New York. Identified by NamUs ID UCP67657, the decedent was named Shirley Smith. Despite the passing of several years, Shirley's remains still remain unclaimed, and efforts to reach out to possible family members or next of kin have been unsuccessful. This case highlights the often challenging circumstances surrounding unclaimed bodies in large urban areas such as New York City.
The case falls under the jurisdiction of the Office of Chief Medical Examiner (OCME) of New York City, an agency responsible for investigating deaths and identifying unclaimed individuals. With an agency case number of B20-04687, the OCME continues its work in striving to bring closure and dignity to cases like that of Shirley Smith. Their dedicated team works tirelessly to locate and confirm relationships with any potential relatives, but unfortunately, in this particular instance, those efforts have not yet borne fruit.
For those who believe they may have information regarding Shirley Smith or the circumstances of her passing, the Office of Chief Medical Examiner welcomes contact from the public. They can be reached at their main office at 520 First Avenue, New York, NY, or via telephone at 212-447-2030. Further details about the agency and its mission can be found on their website at https://www.nyc.gov/site/ocme/index.page. The efforts to unite unclaimed bodies with their families continue, underscoring the importance of public involvement and support in solving these deeply personal cases.
Date Found: 02/18/2020
