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Important Notice: Temporary Delay in NamUs Services
Please be advised that NamUs is currently experiencing temporary processing and service delays. During this period, updates to case profiles, system notifications, and support responses may take longer than usual. We apologize for the delays and the inconvenience.

NamUs and Tribal Communities

The National Missing and Unidentified Persons System (NamUs) is a national centralized repository and resource center for missing, unidentified, and unclaimed person cases across the United States. NamUs recognizes the need for additional support for tribal communities and has dedicated resources to address missing and unidentified Indigenous persons cases.

Date Published: September 12, 2024