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In an unclaimed person case from Knoxville, Tennessee, authorities are seeking to resolve the details surrounding the death of Michael Joseph Rudnik. Discovered on February 22, 2026, Michael's remains have sparked efforts to understand the circumstances that led to him being without a known next of kin to provide necessary funeral arrangements. This poignant case is documented under the Namus ID: UCP157911.

Michael’s passing occurred in Knoxville, Tennessee, a city known for its vibra ...Read More
Date Found: 02/22/2026

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Victim Details

2026-04-23T12:53:28.7

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157911

UCP157911

57740

Michael

Joseph

Rudnik

White / Caucasian

White / Caucasian

Male

02/22/2026

Knoxville

Tennessee

Knox County

37917

No

50833

Knox County Regional Forensic Center

Knoxville

Tennessee

Knox County

Megan Sharpe

Medicolegal Death Investigator

2761 Sullins Street, , Knoxville, Tennessee

8652158000

County

Medical Examiner

260222-282

2026-02-22

Brown

Blue

Blue

04/30/2026


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