Morris County authorities reported that a person initially reported missing in Parsippany-Troy Hills was later found deceased.
Police said on Friday, February 18, at approximately 10:29 p.m., the Parsippany Police Department was notified by Care One Nursing Home 100 Mazdabrook Road that a resident was missing.
According to police, the resident, identified as Mr. John Eschenbach, 79, was reported missing from that facility by the staff.
Various agencies made attempts to locate Mr. Eschenbach.
Parsippany Police said on Saturday, February 19, Mr. Eschenbach was found deceased in a tree line along Route 80 at approximately noon.
There was no indication of foul play, and nothing suspicious was reported.