Body of missing Air Force captain found

Capt. John Frueh is pictured in this file photo.

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Story Published: Sep 10, 2007 at 8:13 AM PDT

Story Updated: Sep 10, 2007 at 8:13 AM PDT

By Associated Press

PORTLAND, Ore. (AP) - The body of a missing Air Force captain from Florida has been found near Badger Peak in northeast Skamania County, Wash., Portland police said Sunday.

Acting on a tip from Portland police, Skamania County authorities found Capt. John Frueh's rental car about noon on Saturday. They quickly began a search and rescue mission and, with the help of search dogs, found Frueh's body near the vehicle about 5 p.m., the Skamania County Sheriff's Office said.

Authorities said foul play is not suspected.

Skamania County is located in south-central Washington along the Columbia River Gorge, a popular spot for hiking and other outdoor activities.

Frueh, 33, came to Portland late last month to attend a friend's wedding. He last spoke with family on Aug. 30.

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