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Chong Ku Hwang

Unclaimed
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On January 2, 2021, the body of Chong Ku Hwang was discovered in Birmingham, Alabama, marking the beginning of an investigation into a tragic and unclaimed person's case. Hwang was known to be experiencing homelessness at the time of his death, further complicating the process of identification and claim. His demise was ruled a homicide, adding an additional layer of complexity to the investigation. Despite efforts to trace back to any next of kin, the authorities were unable to identify any kno ...Read More
Date Found: 01/02/2021
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  • Unclaimed Person / NamUs #UCP80142
    • Victim Details

    2021-05-06T18:00:58.847

    2021-05-06T18:04:09.617

    80142

    UCP80142

    29316

    Chong

    Ku

    Hwang

    Asian

    Asian

    Male

    01/02/2021

    Birmingham

    Alabama

    Jefferson County

    35203

    No

    26828

    Jefferson County Medical Examiners Office

    Birmingham

    Alabama

    Jefferson County

    Bill Yates

    Chief Deputy Coroner

    1515 Sixth Avenue South, , Birmingham, Alabama

    2059303603

    County

    Medical Examiner

    https://www.jccal.org/Default.asp?ID=236

    2021-0031

    2021-01-02

    Black

    Brown

    Brown

    01/17/2026


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