Man, subject of Silver Alert, found dead near Utah Lake

WEST JORDAN, Utah – Authorities have lifted a Silver Alert for a West Jordan man after his body was discovered in the Utah Lake area.

Douglas Steadman was reported missing after he was last seen Friday afternoon. The 58-year-old was believed to be driving his Ford Ranger truck to a car show in Manti, but police were unsure if that was his destination.

Steadman suffered from early dementia, COPD and lack of sleep. According to police, he also needed medication that he did not have with him on the journey.

A Utah Silver Alert was activated on Tuesday in hopes of finding Steadman.

On Wednesday, West Jordan police said Steadman’s body was found near Utah Lake and that no foul play is suspected in his death at this time. The Office of the Medical Examiner is investigating the cause of death.

“We appreciate the response of the community and other law enforcement agencies in their efforts to locate Steadman,” West Jordan police said. “We extend our sincere condolences to the family of Douglas Steadman.”