Gary, IN – Authorities in Lake County are asking for the public’s assistance in locating the next of kin of a deceased United States veteran found in Gary this week.
According to the Lake County Coroner’s Office, William Cox III, a 67-year-old white male and U.S. military veteran, passed away on Friday, June 27, 2025, at his residence located at 839 Massachusetts Street in Gary, Indiana. Coroner David J. Pastrick confirmed that despite numerous efforts, their office has been unable to locate any surviving family members or next of kin.
Cox’s cause of death has not been disclosed, and no foul play is suspected at this time, according to the coroner’s office. Officials are now reaching out to the public and any organizations who may have known Cox in hopes of connecting with relatives or someone authorized to make arrangements.
“We have exhausted all resources at this time,” Pastrick said in a statement. “If anyone has any information, please call the Lake County Coroner’s Office at 219-755-3265.”
The case has drawn attention on social media after the coroner’s office posted a photo and details to encourage leads. Community members and veteran organizations are being urged to share the information widely in the hope that someone will come forward.
Anyone with information that could assist authorities is asked to contact the coroner’s office directly.
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