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Benedicto Padilla Cruz

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On March 17, 2026, the body of an unclaimed male, later identified as Benedicto Padilla Cruz, was discovered in Queens, New York. Despite efforts to locate his next of kin or any individuals with information regarding his identity or circumstances, no connections have been successfully established. This unfortunate situation underscores the harsh reality faced by many unclaimed individuals, whose stories often remain untold and whose lives remain unrecognized.

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Date Found: 03/17/2026

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  • Unclaimed Person / NamUs #UCP157474

    • Victim Details

    2026-04-10T21:22:09.18

    2026-04-13T14:39:21.333

    157474

    UCP157474

    57531

    Benedicto

    Padilla Cruz

    Hispanic / Latino

    Hispanic / Latino

    Male

    03/17/2026

    Queens

    New York

    Queens County

    11416

    No

    50689

    Office of Chief Medical Examiner New York City

    New York

    New York

    New York County

    520 First Avenue, , New York, New York

    2124472030

    Local

    Medical Examiner

    https://www.nyc.gov/site/ocme/index.page

    Q-26-009234

    Unknown

    Unknown

    Unknown

    04/30/2026


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