Frederick Arthur Patchen, an unidentified male, was discovered deceased on June 11, 2021, in Reno, Nevada. The individual had been under hospice care at the time of his passing. Despite the care provided to him during his final days, the identity of Mr. Patchen remains unconfirmed. This case has been registered with the National Missing and Unidentified Persons System (NamUs) under the ID UCP81599, highlighting the ongoing efforts to uncover more information about him.
The Washoe County Regional Medical Examiner's Office is responsible for overseeing the investigation into this unclaimed person case. The agency, located at 990 East 9th Street in Reno, Nevada, is devoted to fulfilling its mission of providing answers to those impacted by a loss. The office can be contacted at 775-785-6114 for any leads or information that might assist in identifying Mr. Patchen.
This case underscores the challenges and complexities often involved in identifying unclaimed individuals, especially when they pass away under hospice care without clear documentation or contacts. The Washoe County Regional Medical Examiner's Office continues to encourage public assistance in solving this mystery, ensuring respect and dignity for the deceased while seeking closure for potential relatives or acquaintances who may remain unaware of his fate. Further details and updates on this case can be found on the agency's website.
Date Found: 06/11/2021
