UPDATE: Feb. 3 at 9:00 a.m.
The Richmond Police Department says the Green Alert for the missing veteran in Madison County has been canceled Tuesday morning.
According to police, Nathan Branstutter was found dead Monday evening.
The department issued the following statement:
Richmond Police sends our condolences to the Branstutter Family and all who knew and loved Nathan. As a veteran of the U.S. Military, we are deeply grateful for Nathan’s service to our country, which gives us the freedom to serve and protect our local communities. Regarding the family, we ask that our community respect their privacy and offer their thoughts and prayers in this time of grieving.
Original Story:
A Green Alert has been issued for a missing Richmond veteran believed to be in danger.
According to the Richmond Police Department, Nathan Branstutter may be armed and "may be distrustful of law enforcement and the public, but his friends and family are greatly worried and we want to help bring him home safe."
Branstutter is a 5'10" white male with brown hair and brown eyes, weighing approximately 200 pounds. His vehicle is described as a black Chevy Silverado with a veteran license plate, H6C292. He also has an owl tattoo on his left arm.
The public is encouraged to not approach Branstutter, but to contact dispatch at 859-624-4776.
