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A preliminary investigation shows it may be a case of an "unlawful disposal of unclaimed corpses", it added.

From BBC • Apr. 19, 2026

All proceeds from the auction of unclaimed items support bus and rail operations.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 10, 2026

If the funds are not claimed, the money will be classified as unclaimed property.

From MarketWatch • Mar. 7, 2026

Towing and impounding companies may auction unclaimed vehicles within a certain amount of time.

From Salon • Mar. 4, 2026

Many a winning lottery ticket holder, upon receiving the news, has spent the entire afternoon methodically sharpening pencils; for all we know some are sharpening still, their winnings yet unclaimed.

From "The Incorrigible Children of Ashton Place: Book I: The Mysterious Howling" by Maryrose Wood