How do I find out if someone I know without any family died in a car accident?

Question

I heard a friend of mine who I havent talked to in 2 or 3 months died in a car accident. But she has no family and only a few other friends. I called the P.D in the town the accident supposedly took place in to verify it was true but they wont give me any info? I was said to have happened 3 days ago Ive looked in all the papers still nothing. I dont know if this is just a twisted cruel joke because the person who told me didnt really like her very much. Who can I call to find out I dont want to miss the services if it is true,plus it driving me nuts shes my friend.

Answer 1

They will not release her name until the appropriate people are notified. If she has no family, it may take quite a while to figure out who to call.

If you are aware of any relatives, regardless of how distant, you may want to call the PD back. Or better yet, stop in person so they can verify your identity. If you have anything to prove you know the person, that would help.