On December 11, 2019, the body of a male identified as Derrick McEachin was discovered in Astoria, New York. Despite efforts to identify relatives or acquaintances, the case remains open with McEachin remaining unclaimed. Listed under the Namus ID UCP66189, this case presents various challenges in locating family or connections who might provide further information about his life and circumstances leading up to his untimely death.
The body was brought under the jurisdiction of the Office of the Chief Medical Examiner (OCME) in New York City, tasked with both determining the cause of death and attempting to identify next of kin. The case, documented with the agency case number Q19-30693, underscores the procedural and emotional complexities faced by medical examiners in managing unclaimed persons cases. Efforts to trace McEachin’s background have not yet yielded results that would help close this case.
For any individuals who may have known Derrick McEachin or possess pertinent information that could assist in locating his family or associates, authorities urge them to come forward. Any helpful details can significantly aid in reaching closure for those potentially connected to McEachin. Those with information are encouraged to contact the Office of the Chief Medical Examiner directly at 212-447-2030. More information about the agency and its work can be found on their website at [https://www.nyc.gov/site/ocme/index.page](https://www.nyc.gov/site/ocme/index.page).
Date Found: 12/11/2019
