The case of Richard Ellwood Gillem involves an unclaimed individual whose body was discovered on December 3, 2019, in Memphis, Tennessee. This case is cataloged under the Namus ID UCP68309 and pertains to a 74-year-old Black male who was found unresponsive at a residential location in Memphis. Despite the positive identification made by the Medical Examiner through fingerprint analysis, no known next of kin has been located or informed about his passing. This lack of contact hinders the resolution of administrative and personal matters related to Gillem's estate and final arrangements.
The Bartlett Police Department is the agency handling this case, operating from their office located at 3730 Appling Road in Bartlett, Tennessee. They can be contacted at 901-385-5565 for any leads or information that could assist in identifying potential relatives or connections to Richard Ellwood Gillem. Their involvement illustrates a conscientious effort to ensure that all procedures are followed in accordance with the law while attempting to locate someone who might be related to or have known Gillem.
At this point, the agency has yet to discover any known relatives or next of kin who could claim Gillem's remains or manage his affairs. This situation emphasizes the larger societal issue of unclaimed persons and the challenges faced by law enforcement and social services in ensuring dignified and respectful handling of the deceased. More information and updates on this case can be accessed via the Bartlett Police Department's website, where they provide resources and guidelines for engagement with such cases. The agency’s case number for reference is 1912040002.
Date Found: 12/03/2019
