On August 16, 2020, the body of a 62-year-old man named Brian Thors was discovered in Lakewood, Washington. Brian had passed away due to natural causes at St. Clare Hospital in Lakewood. Despite the circumstances of his death being clear, the case presented a unique challenge due to the absence of any known next of kin. The task of identifying and notifying any family members fell to the Pierce County Medical Examiner's Office, which embarked on a thorough search for any relatives who could be informed about Brian's passing.
The case was assigned the Namus ID UCP78729 and the agency case number 20-1848. It became evident during the investigation that Brian Thors was an unclaimed person, a term used to describe individuals who pass away without any identifiable next of kin to claim their remains. This situation necessitated an extensive and dedicated attempt by the Medial Examiner's Office to find any family or friends who may have been connected to Brian. Despite their diligent efforts, the search ultimately did not yield any successful results.
The Pierce County Medical Examiner's Office, located at 3619 Pacific Avenue, Tacoma, Washington, and accessible at the contact number 253-798-6494, was responsible for handling Brian's case. This agency, known for its commitment to handling such sensitive situations with care and respect, found itself in a position where all its resources could not connect Brian to any surviving relatives. As a result, Brian Thors' case remained categorized under unclaimed persons, reflecting the often challenging and emotionally charged nature of such cases.
Date Found: 08/16/2020
