On September 18, 2020, a deceased male was discovered in Atlanta, Georgia, identified as Namus ID: UCP80202. The body was found in an advanced stage of decomposition inside a tent, and the man was believed to have been homeless. The isolated location and the condition of the remains suggested that the deceased had been living in the tent for some time before his death, and had gone unnoticed by the public.
The case was taken up by the Fulton County Medical Examiner's Office, located at 430 Pryor Street, S.W., in Atlanta, Georgia. The Medical Examiner's investigation into this case was given the agency case number 20-1989. The team at the office worked diligently to determine the cause of death as well as to try and establish the identity of this unclaimed individual, referred to as Larry Smith in their reports. Despite their efforts, the man's life story remained largely untold, with only a few clues available to piece together his identity and history.
The office reached out to the community for any information that could help identify Mr. Smith. They encouraged anyone who might have known him or had any details about his life to come forward, hoping to provide some dignity and closure in his passing. The Fulton County Medical Examiner's Office can be contacted at 404-613-4400 or through their website for any tips regarding this case. While the circumstances surrounding Larry Smith's death were tragic, the investigation highlighted the ongoing challenges in addressing homelessness and ensuring every individual is given proper respect and remembrance.
Date Found: 09/18/2020
