PINAL COUNTY, Ariz. — While out searching for a missing man on Saturday afternoon, Pinal County Deputies found a dead body and are now investigating to see if it is the man they are looking for, according to the Pinal County Sheriff's Office.
PCSO told 12News that deputies were in Eloy, near the intersection of Sommerfield and Lamb roads on Saturday looking for 62-year-old Monty Reuling, a man who has been missing since Aug. 26.
At about 1:15 p.m., deputies found a dead body in an irrigation canal in that area.
The body has been handed over to the Pinal County Medical Examiner's Office, which will perform an investigation to confirm the man's identity and determine how exactly he died.
This is a developing story and more details will be added as they are made available.
>> Download the 12News app for the latest local breaking news straight to your phone.
Watch 12News+ for free
You can now watch 12News content anytime, anywhere thanks to the 12News+ app!
The free 12News+ app from 12News lets users stream live events — including daily newscasts like "Today in AZ" and "12 News" and our daily lifestyle program, "Arizona Midday"—on Roku and Amazon Fire TV.
12News+ showcases live video throughout the day for breaking news, local news, weather and even an occasional moment of Zen showcasing breathtaking sights from across Arizona.
Users can also watch on-demand videos of top stories, local politics, I-Team investigations, Arizona-specific features and vintage videos from the 12News archives.
Roku: Add the channel from the Roku store or by searching for "12 News KPNX."
Amazon Fire TV: Search for "12 News KPNX" to find the free 12News+ app to add to your account, or have the 12News+ app delivered directly to your Amazon Fire TV through Amazon.com or the Amazon app.
Up to Speed
Catch up on the latest news and stories on the 12News YouTube channel. Subscribe today.
