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Analytical Case Support

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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.

Description

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