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Police: Body of missing NKU student Murry Foust found in Wilder, no foul play indicated

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UPDATE: May 25 at 10 a.m.

The body of missing Northern Kentucky University student 22-year-old Murry (Alexis) Foust has been found in Wilder, according to the Covington Police Department.

An independently organized search party located Foust's body. The Covington Police Department is investigating alongside the Wilder Police Department.

"At this time, there are no indications of foul play," the department said.

The official cause and manner of death will be determined by the Campbell County Coroner's Office.

The Covington Police Department thanked EquuSearch Midwest, Boone County Water Rescue, the Wilder Police Department, Northern Kentucky University, and community members who assisted in the investigation.

The department asked that the Foust family's privacy be respected as they grieve.

UPDATE: May 4 at 2 p.m.

The search for a missing Northern Kentucky University student, 22-year-old Murry (Alexis) Foust, is continuing as the Covington Police Departments has asked the public for assistance.

Police asked that anyone in the area of the attached map below, review surveillance footage from home or businesses. Police specified a review of footage between 5:45 p.m. and 6:15 p.m on April 27.

Any findings can be sent to marcus.jordan@covington.gov or call 859-292-2234. Police asked that any submissions include a name, location, and a good time for pickup.

Original Story:

The Covington Police Department is searching for a missing Northern Kentucky University student who they say was last seen on Monday.

According to police, 22-year-old Murry (Alexis) Foust was last seen in the area of the Latonia neighborhood.

Police ask that anyone with information on their whereabouts call 911 or 859-292-2234.

Covington police posted photos of Foust caught on a recent surveillance footage:

In addition, NKU has released a statement:

"Northern Kentucky University is aware that one of our students, Murry (Alexis) Foust, has been reported missing. Our thoughts are with their family, friends and all those impacted. The Covington Police Department is leading the investigation, and we are fully cooperating and supporting their efforts. Anyone with information is encouraged to contact Covington Police."