Body of Missing Minnesota Deer Hunter Found After Two-Day Search

Harris, MN (MinnesotaNow)- Authorities are reporting a tragic ending in the search for a missing Minnesota deer hunter. 

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The Chisago County Sheriff’s Office first issued a request for the public’s assistance with locating the hunter Friday morning. 

Authorities reported recovering the man’s body during a multi-agency search Saturday afternoon. 

The search effort began with law enforcement responding to the report of a vehicle being parked for several days at the Wild Rose Wildlife Management Area in Harris, MN, which is located about 50 miles north of Minneapolis. 

Authorities determined the vehicle was likely associated with an overdue hunter, identified as 56-year-old Harlan Altepeter. 

An initial search that started on Friday did not locate anyone in need of assistance. No hunters reported suspicious activity. 

Search efforts continued on Saturday and teams located a man’s body. The man is believed to be Altepeter, the news release says. 

No signs of trauma were found and authorities did not find any indicators of suspicious activity, authorities say.

The Midwest Medical Examiner responded to process the scene.