Nathaniel Betz: Missing Indiana man found dead
LAKE COUNTY, Ind. - A 25-year-old Hobart man who was reported missing on Monday has been found dead, according to police.
Nathaniel Betz was discovered Monday night at Jerry Pavese Park, just hours after police asked for the public’s help in locating him.
What we know:
At the request of Betz's family, Hobart officers were attempting a welfare check after he went missing — though his whereabouts were unknown.
At some point, Betz's vehicle was located in downtown Hobart.
Later that evening, the Lake County Coroner’s Office was called to Jerry Pavese Park, where Betz was found deceased. His family identified him at the scene.
The coroner’s office conducted an autopsy on Tuesday, which found no signs of trauma or foul play.
"Our deepest and most heartfelt condolences go out to Nathaniel's family… Please keep them in your thoughts and prayers," Hobart police said in a post on Facebook.
Nathaniel Betz | Hobart Police Department
What's next:
The official manner of death for Betz remains pending, according to the coroner.
The Source: The information in this article was provided by the Hobart Police Department and the Lake County Coroner’s Office.