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Update: Henry County Sheriff finds missing man deceased

On Wednesday, Jan. 31, the Henry County Sheriff's Office announced that they found 52-year-old John Burson deceased.
Credit: Henry County Sheriff's Office

HENRY COUNTY, Ill. — UPDATED STORY:

On Wednesday, Jan. 31, the Henry County Sheriff's Office announced that they found 52-year-old John Burson deceased.

ORIGINAL STORY:

The Henry County Sheriff's Office is seeking help from the public in locating a missing man.

52-year-old John Burson was last seen walking near Central Park in Orion on Dec. 23. 

According to the Quad Cities Missing Persons Network, Burson is 5 feet 6 inches tall and 300 pounds, with dark hair. When he was last seen, he was wearing all dark clothing; a stocking cap, flannel coat, black pants, and flannel-type shoes. Burson has not been in contact with friends or family since then.

Any person with information regarding the whereabouts of Burson or if you have seen or heard from him since his disappearance should contact the Henry County Sheriff’s Office at 309-937-3911 or dial 911.  

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