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Analytical Case Support

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The NamUs Analytical and Case Support Division utilizes criminal justice and non-governmental data sources and advanced search techniques to provide criminal justice agencies with:

  • Indication of life for persons reported missing to NamUs
  • Contact information for family members for DNA sample collections
  • Information regarding next of kin for death notifications
  • Leads related to unidentified person cases
  • Information to assist in vetting tips and leads