Houston, TX — The Harris County Institute of Forensic Sciences is asking for the public’s help locating relatives or next of kin for Lester Earl Cox, who died earlier this year.
According to HCIFS and NamUs information, Cox was transported to St. Joseph’s Medical Center in Houston, where he died on March 27, 2026. Officials are seeking to locate his next of kin.
Identifying Information:
• Name: Lester Earl Cox
• Date of Birth: March 15, 1952
• Sex: Male
• Hair: Gray or partially gray
• Facial Hair: Full white/gray beard and mustache
• Eyes: Brown
• NamUs Case:
• HCIFS Case: ML26-1118
How to Help:
Anyone who knew Cox or has information that could help locate his relatives or next of kin is asked to contact the Harris County Institute of Forensic Sciences.
832-927-5000
Reference Case ML26-1118