RAPID CITY, S.D. – An 86-year-old Hill City man who disappeared more than two weeks ago was found dead Tuesday night along Deerfield Road, according to the Pennington County Sheriff’s Office.

Ronald Deloss Blanchard was located north of Hill City by Pennington County Search and Rescue crews who had been performing ongoing searches in the region. Blanchard was reported missing on April 6.

Based on the preliminary investigation, authorities said there is no indication of foul play. The official cause and manner of death will be released pending the results of an autopsy and the completion of the investigation.

Officials credited the discovery to the collaborative effort between various agencies and community members near Rapid City. “We thank the many agencies and volunteers who helped with the search and tonight’s discovery,” the office said. “We could not conduct these operations without dedicated volunteers that help with search efforts.”