He was late: Body of missing hiker found in mountain after family calls for help

On January 30, 2025, the body of a hiker who had disappeared in the Oregon mountains was found by rescue workers. His family had raised the alarm this weekend, worried about a very usual delay.

The epilogue is tragic. On Thursday, in Oregon, in the United States, a man who had gone missing during a hike was found dead, reports Fox 12. The thirty-year-old had warned that he would take the afternoon to walk the planned route. But by nightfall, his family had received no news.

200% Deposit Bonus up to €3,000 180% First Deposit Bonus up to $20,000

An Unusual Delay

Robert, 38, lived in Portland. On Saturday, this hiking enthusiast had set out to hike the “Cooper Spur” trail,in Oregon, and return in the afternoon. However, at the scheduled time, his family did not see him cross the threshold of his home. Worried, his relatives raised the alarm.

The Hood River County Sheriff's Office has begun searching the area where she was reported missing. Only on Thursday, Robert's body was discovered lifeless on Mount Hood.

Frequent accidents

“We went up Sunday night and Monday, nice weather and icy conditions but nice day, and found the subject, respectfully picked him up and brought him back”, an agent told our colleagues.

Accidents are not uncommon in the region: “Our missions are almost always related to trauma, people are injured and lose their lives.” The office recommends preparing for winter conditions, taking into account the slippery nature of the ground due to ice notably.