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Somers, Wis. — A man who was reported missing earlier last week was found dead in a drainage culvert in the Village of Somers on Sunday, according to the Kenosha County Sheriff’s Department.
Robert W. Taggart, 54, of Somers, was located in the 10300 block of County Highway S around 10:07 a.m. on April 27. Authorities say the death does not appear to be suspicious and that Taggart likely died from exposure to the elements.
Taggart had been the subject of a missing person report earlier last week, a source familiar with the investigation told Kenosha County Eye.
Sheriff David Zoerner thanked the Somers Fire Department, the Kenosha County Highway Department, and members of Taggart’s family who assisted in the recovery efforts.
“We extend our heartfelt condolences to the family and friends impacted by this tragic event,” the Sheriff’s Office said in a statement.
Anyone experiencing a mental health crisis or in need of someone to talk to is encouraged to contact the Kenosha Human Development Services Crisis Line at 262-657-7188, which is available 24/7.
Taggart’s death remains under investigation by the Sheriff’s Office and the Kenosha County Medical Examiner.
(Cell Phone Photo by Kevin Mathewson, Kenosha County Eye)
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6 Responses
Such a sad story…
Such a young man, rest in peace…
elements?
hadn’t the last week been pretty nice out?
not at night if you were unprepared……
Hypothermia occurs when your body temperature drops below 95°F (35°C). This can happen even in temperatures above freezing if someone is exposed to cold conditions for an extended period or if they become wet or sweaty. Factors like wind chill and being immersed in cold water can also increase the risk of hypothermia.
there’s not enough information for us keyboard warriors
He’s been arrested many times.
Requiem aeternam dona eis, Domine. Et lux perpetua luceat eis. Fidelium animae, per misericordiam Dei, requiescant in pace. Amen
Old friend of mine died being hit on that same stretch a few years ago. Not lit well and people speed. Condolences to his family.