Missing Florida man who wandered away at popular New England tourist destination found dead
Share this @internewscast.com

A 79-year-old man from Florida was discovered deceased on Friday morning, having gone missing from Mount Washington’s peak in New Hampshire. This was confirmed by the state’s Fish and Game Department through a social media announcement.

Authorities reported that the body of William Davis was found following a challenging three-day search operation. The effort involved helicopters, drones, and numerous ground personnel combing the well-visited New England summer spot.

“This is a heartbreaking conclusion to a difficult search endeavor. The Fish and Game Department extends its gratitude to all the volunteers and team members who worked diligently to reunite Davis with his family,” the department shared in a Facebook message.

Davis, of Jacksonville, Florida, reached the summit by way of the Mount Washington Cog Railway on Wednesday afternoon, the Fish and Game Department said in a news release Thursday. He was last seen near the visitor center around 3:20 p.m., after taking a photo with his wife. Soon after, he separated from her and walked toward the trail area alone.

Weather station on Mount Washington with visitors during fall season

Visitors tour a weather station on Mount Washington’s lower slopes in New Hampshire. (Gregory Rec/Portland Press Herald via Getty Images)

Mount Washington is known for sudden weather changes, rocky terrain, and limited visibility, even in summer. Wind chills can dip below freezing without warning.

Although the summit is accessible by car and train, trails just beyond the visitor center can turn treacherous for anyone unfamiliar with mountain hiking. Dozens of rescues are conducted on the mountain each year.

At around 11 a.m. On Friday, AVSAR volunteers found Davis’s body about 400 feet off the Lion Head Trail. The location was between the Alpine Garden and Tuckerman Ravine Trails, both of which run through rocky and exposed terrain. Rescue officials said Davis appeared to have suffered a serious fall.

Pinkham Notch Visitor Center below Mount Washington where missing hiker was found

The Pinkham Notch Visitor Center is shown on a clear autumn day in New Hampshire’s White Mountain National Forest. (Marli Miller/UCG/Universal Images Group via Getty Images)

A Black Hawk helicopter crew from the New Hampshire Army National Guard was conducting a training mission nearby and was able to assist with the recovery efforts during a short break in the weather, officials said.

An autopsy is pending at the state medical examiner. Authorities have not determined how Davis ended up in the remote area where he was found.

The New Hampshire Fish and Game Department did not immediately respond to Fox News Digital’s request for further comment.

Share this @internewscast.com
You May Also Like
Doug Martin, Bay Area-born NFL star, former Boise State and Oakland Raiders running back, dies at 36, family says

Bay Area NFL Alum and Former Raiders Running Back Doug Martin Passes Away at 36

In a somber announcement, the family of Doug Martin, the former standout…
Trump Mocks 'No Kings' Protests: 'I'm Not a King—I Work My A** Off'

Trump Fires Back at ‘No Kings’ Protesters: ‘I’m No Monarch, Just a Hardworking Leader

President Donald Trump addressed the “No Kings” protesters by dismissing them as…
Brunswick man charged with electronic child explotation

Brunswick Resident Arrested for Alleged Involvement in Electronic Child Exploitation Case

In a troubling development from Glynn County, Georgia, a 28-year-old man from…
Teen killed by stray bullet while playing video games inside St. Louis home: 'Horrible nightmare'

Tragic Incident: Teen Fatally Struck by Stray Bullet While Gaming at Home in St. Louis

In a tragic incident, a 14-year-old high school freshman from Missouri lost…
FBI investigates hunting stand with sight line to Trump's Air Force One exit area at Palm Beach airport

FBI Probes Suspicious Hunting Stand Overlooking Trump’s Air Force One Path at Palm Beach Airport

EXCLUSIVE: In a recent security sweep, the U.S. Secret Service identified a…
Hong Kong cargo plane skids off runway, killing two

Tragic Hong Kong Runway Accident: Cargo Plane Skid Claims Two Lives

In a tragic turn of events at Hong Kong International Airport, two…
Jaguars fans rally at Culhane's despite London loss

Jaguars Fans Unite at Culhane’s After Tough London Match

Jaguars supporters flocked to Culhane’s Irish Pub, hoping for a victory, only…

Massive Orthodox Jewish Protest in NYC: Sparks Fly Over Controversial Israeli Military Draft Reform

NEW YORK (AP) — On Sunday, streets and sidewalks near the Israeli…
United Airlines flight diverts after windscreen crack

United Airlines Flight Makes Emergency Diversion Due to Windscreen Crack

Officials from the National Transportation Safety Board are currently probing an incident…
'Brazen' Louvre thieves made targeted heist, treasures could be melted down: expert

Shocking Louvre Heist: Expert Warns Priceless Artifacts at Risk of Destruction

A notorious group of thieves successfully executed a daring heist at the…
Sapelo Seven monument in Jacksonville

Discover the Inspiring Story Behind the Sapelo Seven Monument in Jacksonville

A year has passed since the tragic incident where seven lives were…
NTSB shares early findings in crash that killed country songwriter Brett James

Breaking: NTSB Releases Preliminary Report on Fatal Crash Involving Renowned Country Songwriter Brett James

A preliminary report has surfaced, shedding light on the tragic accident that…