Authorities have discovered the body of a missing Liberty County man – Ryan Melancon, 54, of Hull.
His body was found around 3:15 p.m. Friday, Aug. 11, in a wooded area about 300 to 500 feet from where his vehicle was discovered on FM 834, according to Capt. David Meyers, a spokesperson for the Liberty County Sheriff’s Office.
Pct. 2 Justice of the Peace Jimmy Belt conducted an inquest at the scene and ordered an autopsy.
Meyers said it does not appear that foul play was involved. A cause of death will be determined by the coroner.
Meyers said Melancon’s family has been notified of the discovery of his remains.