Cook County Medical Examiner Hosts 'Missing Persons Day' Saturday

COOK COUNTY, IL — Families searching for missing loved ones can connect with experts and resources this Saturday, April 20, at the Cook County Medical Examiner’s “Missing Persons Day.” The event runs 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the medical examiner’s office, 2121 W. Harrison St., Chicago.

Residents whose friend or family member has been missing for more than a month will be able to file missing persons reports and submit DNA samples, medical records, photographs and other records to aid in the search. Emotional support services will also be available to families.

“Missing Persons Day offers a valuable opportunity to serve as a centralized resource for those searching for missing relatives or friends," said Chief Medical Examiner Dr. Ponni Arunkumar in a news release.

During its first three years, the event attracted approximately 150 family members and friends of missing persons. One person has been identified as a result of Missing Persons Day in Cook County.

The medical examiner's office is hosting its Missing Persons Day in partnership with National Missing and Unidentified Persons System (NamUs), National Center for Missing and Exploited Children, Cook County Sheriff’s Office, Chicago Police Department, Illinois State Police, Federal Bureau of Investigation, Living Doe, Chicago Missing Persons Guild, American Red Cross and the Salvation Army as well as consulates and clergy from throughout the Chicago region.