Harris County Institute of Forensic Sciences

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. MARY BETH MITCHELL – White Female, 69 years: Ms. Mitchell died in the 1800 block of Travis Street in Houston, TX on 08/04/2022. Please call the Harris County Institute of Forensic Sciences at 832-927-5000 and […]

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

If you recognize or believe you may be able to help identify the deceased, contact the Harris County Institute of Forensic Sciences at either number provided: Main Number: 832-927-5000 or Forensic Investigations: 832-927-5001 Announcement Date: 8/9/2022 Date of Death/Recovery: 3/18/2022 IFS Case Number: ML22-1249 Law Enforcement Agency and Case Number: Houston Police Department 0354771-22 NamUs.gov: https://www.namus.gov/UnidentifiedPersons/Case#/93437 Recovery Location: 6260 W Little York, Houston, TX 77091 Demographic Description: Sex: Male Height: 63-67 inches Age: 40-60 yo Race: Native American ADDITIONAL IDENTIFIERS: Healed fracture of the nasal bones. Found […]

We Are Requesting The Public’s Assistance In Locating Next Of Kin For The Following Deceased Individual

Announcement Date: 7/6/2022 Date of Death/Recovery: 3/12/2022 IFS Case Number: ML22-1174 Law Enforcement Agency and Case Number: Harris County Sheriff’s Office 2203-04732 NamUs.gov: https://www.namus.gov/UnidentifiedPersons/Case#/93084 Recovery Location: 16200 SH 249 Houston, TX 77066 Demographic Description: Sex: Male Height: Unknown Age: Adult Race: White / Caucasian, Black / African American ADDITIONAL IDENTIFIERS: None available CASE DETAILS: Unknown skeletal remains found in a wooded area. PHOTOS: None available If you recognize or believe you may be able to help identify the deceased, contact the Harris County Institute of Forensic Sciences at either number provided: Main […]

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

Announcement Date: 7/6/2022 Date of Death/Recovery: 10/24/2021 IFS Case Number: ML21-5020 Law Enforcement Agency and Case Number: Houston Police Department 1435102-21B NamUs.gov: https://www.namus.gov/UnidentifiedPersons/Case#/91410?nav Recovery Location: 3217 Emancipation Ave. Houston, TX 77004 Demographic Description: Sex: Male Height: 5′ 5″ – 6′ 0″ Age: 40-65 years Race: Black /African American ADDITIONAL IDENTIFIERS: Healed fractures of the face and lower jaw (right side). May have resulted in deformities that are recognizable. CASE DETAILS: The decedent was found in an advanced state of decomposition inside an abandoned building where […]

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

JOHN GILLESPIE HODGEMAN – White Male, 50 Years: Mr. Hodgeman died in the 14500 block of Minetta Street in Houston, TX on 05/31/2022. Please call the Harris County Institute of Forensic Sciences at 832-927-5000 and refer to case ML22-2308. (https://www.namus.gov/UnclaimedPersons/Case#/93163) ERNEST LEE DICKERSON – Black Male, 79 Years: Mr. Dickerson may have also gone by Taurus Bullva and died in the 2600 block of Riverside Drive in Houston, TX on 06/02/2022. Please call the Harris County Institute […]

Update: Harris County Institute of Forensic Sciences Seeks the Public Help in Locating the Next of Kin for the Deceased Individuals

The NOK for Brenda Parker and Randall Craig have now been located.  Thank you for your assistance. 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. RANDALL DAVID CRAIG – White Male, 59 Years: Mr. Craig died in the 8700 block […]

Harris County Institute of Forensic Sciences Need the Public’s Help in Identifying the Deceased Individual

Announcement Date: 5/10/2022 Date of Death/Recovery: 4/17/2022 IFS Case Number: ML22-1669 Law Enforcement Agency and Case Number: Houston Police Dept: 506561-22 NamUs.gov: https://www.namus.gov/UnidentifiedPersons/Case#/91134 Recovery Location: 9797 North Freeway, Houston, TX 77037 Demographic Description: Sex: Male Height: 5’11” Weight: 224 lbs Age: Approx.. 60 – 70 yrs old Race: Hispanic or White ADDITIONAL IDENTIFIERS: The decedent was found in a moderate state of decomposition in his motel room where he was known to live. He worked for the motel as well. He was known to go by “Oscar […]

Harris County Institute of Forensic Sciences Need the Public’s Help in Identifying the Deceased Individual

Announcement Date: 5/18/2022 Date of Death/Recovery: 5/9/2022 IFS Case Number: ML22-1996 Law Enforcement Agency and Case Number: Houston Police Dept: 0616403-22 NamUs.gov: https://www.namus.gov/UnidentifiedPersons/Case#/91422 Recovery Location: 15734 Lee Road, Humble, TX 77396 Demographic Description: Sex: Female Height: Approx. 5’0” Age: Adult Race: Unknown ADDITIONAL IDENTIFIERS: The decedent was found in an advanced state of decomposition lying in a wooded area behind a business. She has long, dark, curly/wavy hair with some gray. The decedent was wearing a light colored, short-sleeved t-shirt and penguin – snowflake patterned […]

Harris County Institute of Forensic Sciences Need the Public’s Help in Identifying the Deceased Individual

Announcement Date: 5/10/2022 Date of Death/Recovery: 12/8/2021 IFS Case Number: ML21-5688 Law Enforcement Agency and Case Number: Houston Police Department 1642097-21K NamUs.gov: https://www.namus.gov/UnidentifiedPersons/Case#/91253 Recovery Location: 9919 Valley Lake Dr. Houston, TX 77078 Demographic Description: Sex: Male Height: 5’5” – 5’11” Age: 18-27 years Race: Unknown ADDITIONAL IDENTIFIERS: The decedent was found wearing Black tennis shoes (men’s size 10), black Hanes socks, Russell brand sweatpants (size XL), and a FreshForce brand t-shirt. CASE DETAILS: Unidentified skeletal remains scattered in a wooded area. PHOTOS: Shoes similar to that found with […]

The Harris County Institute of Forensic Sciences Need the Public’s Help in Identifying the Deceased

Announcement Date: 5/11/2022 Date of Death/Recovery: 5/8/2022 IFS Case Number: ML22-1975 Law Enforcement Agency and Case Number: Houston Police Dept: 0611150-22Q NamUs.gov: https://www.namus.gov/UnidentifiedPersons/Case#/91236 Recovery Location: 2104 Canal Street, Houston, TX 77003 Demographic Description: Sex: Male Height: 5’6” Weight: 158 lbs Age: Adult (middle age) Race: White or Hispanic ADDITIONAL IDENTIFIERS: The decedent was found near railroad tracks with traumatic injuries. He was clothed in a tan t-shirt for the Little Bighorn Battlefield National Monument with graphics and text on front and back, size M, blue “Athletic Works” brand shorts, […]