Deaf Utah man missing for over a week found dead

MONTE CRISTO, Utah (ABC4) — A deaf Utah man who has been missing for over a week was found dead in his truck, according to the family.

Ty Webster, 38, went missing on Wednesday, Aug. 13, 2025. His family confirmed on Thursday morning that he was found deceased in his truck in Rich County.

In a statement, Ty’s family expressed their gratitude toward all those who helped find Ty and issued a statement saying, “We, as Ty Spencer Webster’s family, need a moment to express our feelings of love and of all the prayers we have felt. We are deeply grateful for all the love and support in finding Ty’s truck. It is with heavy hearts that to say Ty was found deceased in his truck on Wednesday, Aug. 20.

We would like to thank the Clinton Police Department in their efforts to find him, especially Officer Shepard and Detectives Butcher and Hubbard. The Weber County and Rich County Sheriff offices and all others who responded.”

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