MARION — The Lyndon man who was the subject of a Ssilver Alert issued by the Osage County Sheriff’s Department earlier this month was found dead Thursday. Raleigh Heskett’s body and his van were found in Marion County, Osage County Sheriff Laurie Dunn said. Dunn said it’s not known how Heskett died, and she said the Marion County Sheriff’s Department and her office is investigating the cause of death. An autopsy will performed, she said. Heskett was last seen 10 days ago at his home in Lyndon and at Beto Junction. Dunn said she and Heskett’s family are grateful for the tips and help from people seeking to find him. Anyone who might have information about Heskett is asked to call the Osage County Sheriff’s office at (785) 828-3121, or Crimestoppers at 1-877-OS-CRIME.
Friday, July 26, 10 a.m.
