NEWS RELEASE
MICHIGAN STATE POLICE
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The Michigan State Police (MSP) is ending the search for a previously reported missing man. On Sept. 29, 2024, MSP Negaunee Post responded to a report that 65-year-old John Kueber was missing after he was believed to have gone kayaking on Lake Superior. Mr. Kueber was last heard from on Sept. 22, 2024.
After receiving this information, search efforts for Mr. Kueber involved personnel from MSP Negaunee Post, MSP Aviation, MSP Canines, MSP Marine Services Team, Alger County Sheriff’s Office Marine Patrol, and the National Park Service. Despite extensive search efforts, Mr. Kueber was not located.
On Nov. 8, 2024, troopers were called to Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore after hikers spotted a deceased subject’s body had washed ashore. The body was not initially able to be identified.
Through DNA analysis, MSP has now identified the body as that of the missing man, Mr. John Kueber. Foul play is not suspected.
“This is not the outcome any of us were hoping for. We offer our condolences to the family, friends, and all those who knew Mr. Kueber. We also thank all those who assisted in the search efforts.” said Lt. Ben Eckola.
Mr. Kueber’s family has been notified and they are requesting privacy. Anyone with any further information is asked to please contact the MSP Negaunee Post at 906-475-9922.
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