On December 23, 2020, the body of Satsuko Nanbu, a female who resided at a foster care home in Ewa Beach, Hawaii, was discovered lying supine and unresponsive in her bed. Despite efforts to identify any family or personal contacts, the records at the care facility lacked sufficient information, leaving her status as an unclaimed person. Her case is documented under the Namus ID: UCP76856.
The circumstances surrounding Satsuko's situation are particularly distressing given her position in the foster care system, which unfortunately sometimes results in individuals losing touch with family or never having strong familial connections. The absence of personal connections made the task of notifying any potential relatives or friends exceedingly difficult, necessitating the involvement of local authorities to manage the case and the appropriate handling of her remains.
The case is managed by the Department of the Medical Examiner in Honolulu, Hawaii. Their office, located at 835 Iwilei Road, is responsible for investigating such matters. Should anyone have information pertinent to the case of Satsuko Nanbu, they are encouraged to reach out to the Department of the Medical Examiner. The agency provides an avenue for the public to assist in resolving cases like Satsuko's through their contact number, 808-768-3090, or by visiting their official website at https://www.honolulu.gov/med. The agency remains committed to ensuring that Satsuko’s case, identified under Agency Case Number 20-3194, is resolved with the dignity and respect she deserves.
Date Found: 12/23/2020
