On March 30, 2021, the Office of Chief Medical Examiner in New York City encountered a case involving an unclaimed female body found in Queens, New York. The case has been documented with the NamUs ID: UCP79723 and is identified under the agency case number Q21-14044. Despite thorough investigations, the woman remains unidentified and unclaimed. The NYC OCME is responsible for handling such cases and continues to seek any information that might lead to identifying the deceased.
The individual in question, Yelena Pokatova, was discovered as a part of the routine efforts by the medical examiner’s office to address all cases of unclaimed bodies. As part of their protocol, the office pursues every possible lead to either identify the person or locate any next of kin. Information on the circumstances leading to her discovery, as well as any personal identification found with her, has not been disclosed to the public to maintain the integrity of the investigation.
For those who may have known Yelena Pokatova or have information that could assist in this case, it is encouraged to contact the Office of Chief Medical Examiner in New York City. The agency is located at 520 First Avenue, New York, New York, and can be reached at 212-447-2030. Additional details about their operations and services can be found on their website at https://www.nyc.gov/site/ocme/index.page. The OCME continues its work to provide closure in cases like that of Yelena Pokatova, ensuring every possible effort is made to respect the dignity and identity of the deceased.
Date Found: 03/30/2021
