Harris County Institute of Forensic Sciences

Harris County Institute of Forensic Sciences Needs the Public’s Assistance in Finding the Following Deceased Individuals Next of Kin

We are requesting the public’s assistance in locating next of kin for the following deceased individuals. We would appreciate your publishing a brief notice in the next few days in the hopes that family or friends may see the information and contact this office. Sincerely, Michelle R. Sanford, Ph.D., D-ABFE ID Coordinator Forensic Investigations BRYAN KEITH HARRISON – White Male, 11/25/1973: Mr. Harrison died in the 7200 block of Fairmont Parkway in Pasadena, TX on 03/20/2023. Please […]

Harris County Institute of Forensic Sciences Seeks the Public’s Help in Finding the Deceased

Announcement Date: 4/24/2023 Date of Death/Recovery: 12/13/2022 IFS Case Number: ML22-5204 Law Enforcement Agency and Case Number: Houston Police Department 1676227-22 NamUs.gov: https://www.namus.gov/UnidentifiedPersons/Case#/98797 Recovery Location: 5822 Dolores St., Houston, TX 77057 Demographic Description: Sex: Male Height: 5” – 5’6” Age: 40-60 years Race: White ADDITIONAL IDENTIFIERS: The decedent was found wearing Levi blue jeans, socks (possibly white), and Brahma brand brown work boots. CASE DETAILS: The decedent was found in a locked and vacant/abandoned building. PHOTOS: Image of a shoe similar to the one […]

Harris County Institute of Forensic Sciences Seeks the Public Help in Identifying the Deceased Individuals

We are requesting the public’s assistance in locating next of kin for the following deceased individuals. We would appreciate your publishing a brief notice in the next few days in the hopes that family or friends may see the information and contact this office. MARIO DELAPAZ – Hispanic Male, 01/06/1966: Mr. DeLaPaz died in the 5900 block of Glenmont Drive in Houston, TX on 02/03/2023. Please call the Harris County Institute of Forensic Sciences at 832-927-5000 and […]

Harris County Institute of Forensic Sciences Seeks the Public Help in Identifying the Deceased Individual

UNIDENTIFIED DECEDENT FLIER Forensic Investigations: 832-927-5001 Announcement Date: 3/24/2023 Date of Death/Recovery: 3/20/2023 IFS Case Number: ML23-1086 Law Enforcement Agency and Case Number: Houston Police Department 394339-23 NamUs.gov: https://www.namus.gov/UnidentifiedPersons/Case#/101702 Recovery Location: 5712 S. Gessner Road, Houston, TX 77036 Demographic Description: Sex: Male Height: 5’1” Weight: 142lbs Age: Adult Race: White or Hispanic ADDITIONAL IDENTIFIERS: The decedent was clothed in: a black t-shirt with multicolored words “America’s most wanted” and photos of marijuana plants in a grid of 3×4, size M, elastic waist jeans with elastic leg cuffs, distressed […]

Harris County Institute of Forensic Sciences Seeks the Public Help in Identifying the Deceased Individual

Announcement Date: 12/21/2022 Date of Death/Recovery: 8/2/2022 IFS Case Number: ML22-3275 Law Enforcement Agency and Case Number: Houston Police Department 1024596-22 NamUs.gov: https://www.namus.gov/UnidentifiedPersons/Case#/95762 Recovery Location: HWY 225 East, Pasadena, TX 77503   Demographic Description: Sex: Male Height:   65-71 inches Age: 50-70yo Race: White   ADDITIONAL IDENTIFIERS: Healed fracture of the nasal bones and possible healed trauma to the left cheek region. Found wearing a brown fleece vest; blue zip-up, “Wrangler” brand, hooded jacket with […]

Harris County Institute of Forensic Sciences Seeks the Public Help in Identifying the the Deceased Individual

Announcement Date: 12/16/2022 Date of Death/Recovery: 12/10/2022 IFS Case Number: ML22-5161 Law Enforcement Agency and Case Number: Harris County Sherriff’s Office 2212-03687 NamUs.gov: https://www.namus.gov/UnidentifiedPersons/Case#/98288 Recovery Location: Near 2410 Shorewick Drive, Highlands, TX 77562 Demographic Description: Sex: Male Height: 6’1” Weight: Est. 114lbs Age: Adult Race: Unknown ADDITIONAL IDENTIFIERS: The decedent was found in the San Jacinto River with no clothing. Two tattoos are visible on the decedent (photos below) which include a large cross with hands in prayer and the word “We” on the center […]

Harris County Institute of Forensic Sciences is Requesting The Public’s Assistance In Locating Next Of Kin For The Following Deceased Individual

Announcement Date: 11/17/2022 Date of Death/Recovery: 11/15/2022 IFS Case Number: ML22-4773 Law Enforcement Agency and Case Number: Houston Police Department 1544360-22 NamUs.gov: https://www.namus.gov/UnidentifiedPersons/Case#/97429 Recovery Location: 12301 Kurland Drive, Houston, TX 77034 Demographic Description: Sex: Male Height: 6’0”/6’1” Weight: 127lbs Age: Adult Race: Black ADDITIONAL IDENTIFIERS: The decedent was found in an open field, clothed in: a gray t-shirt with a large Texans Football logo on the front, a dark blue t-shirt with “Houston Strong” and a small heart and Texans logo below, dark blue athletic shorts with […]

Harris County Institute of Forensic Sciences is Requesting The Public’s Assistance In Locating Next Of Kin For The Following Deceased Individual

Announcement Date: 11/11/2022 Date of Death/Recovery: 11/6/2022 IFS Case Number: ML22-4651 Law Enforcement Agency and Case Number: Harris County Sherriff’s Office 2211-02274 NamUs.gov: https://www.namus.gov/UnidentifiedPersons/Case#/97291 Recovery Location: 14400 block of Ella Blvd., Houston, TX, 77014 Demographic Description: Sex: Male Height: Est. 5’9” Weight:  Est. 144lbs Age: Adult Race: Unknown ADDITIONAL IDENTIFIERS: The decedent was found in a burning vehicle. They have several visible tattoos including the word “Ponce” on the upper right chest (see photo below), a skeletal grim reaper on the left forearm (see photo below) […]

Harris County Institute of Forensic Sciences is Requesting The Public’s Assistance In Locating Next Of Kin For The Following Deceased Individuals

We are requesting the public’s assistance in locating next of kin for the following deceased individuals. We would appreciate your publishing a brief notice in the next few days in the hopes that family or friends may see the information and contact this office. JUAN CARLOS SILVA – Hispanic Male, 72 years: Mr. Silva died in the 8400 block of the Gulf Freeway in Houston, TX on 09/04/2022. Please call the Harris County Institute of Forensic Sciences at 832-927-5000 […]

Harris County Institute of Forensic Sciences is Requesting The Public’s Assistance In Locating Next Of Kin For The Following Deceased Individuals

We are requesting the public’s assistance in locating next of kin for the following deceased individuals. We would appreciate your publishing a brief notice in the next few days in the hopes that family or friends may see the information and contact this office. DONALD LEE HALL – White Male, 64 years: Mr. Hall died in the 8000 block of Dunlap Street in Houston, TX on 08/28/2022. Please call the Harris County Institute of Forensic Sciences at 832-927-5000 and […]