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Missing Man Found Dead In Pennsylvania Quarry: Coroner Missing Man Found Dead In Pennsylvania Quarry: Coroner
Missing Man Found Dead In Pennsylvania Quarry: Coroner A man reported missing in late November was found dead in the water of an underground quarry in Slatington, authorities announced on Thursday, Jan. 2. Jesse James Rutt, 41, was discovered in the quarry on the 300 block of East Church Street and pronounced dead at 11:34 p.m. on Monday, Dec. 30, according to the Lehigh County Coroner’s Office. Rutt had last been seen on Friday, Nov. 29, 2024, in the Slatington/Walnutport area, wearing a gray jacket and jeans, police said. Known for traveling on foot, he was reported missing after he left home without his wallet or identification. Wal…

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Dead Man Found In Cave Along Trail: PA State Police Dead Man Found In Cave Along Trail: PA State Police
Dead Man Found In Cave Along Trail: PA State Police A dead man was found in a cave along the Slate Heritage Trail in Slatington Borough, Lehigh County, Pennsylvania State Police announced on Tuesday, Dec. 31. Troopers from PSP Troop M – Bethlehem Criminal Investigation Unit were alerted to the possibility of a body in the area on Monday, Dec. 30, police said. During their investigation, they located the man in a cave along the trail, according to the release. The Lehigh County Coroner's Office responded to the scene and is conducting an autopsy to determine the cause of death, authorities said. "There is no threat to the community related t…

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