A body believed to be that of missing Iowa truck driver David Schultz has been discovered in a northwest Iowa field, not far from where his abandoned truck was found last November.

The Iowa Department of Public Safety revealed that someone in the area stumbled upon the body on Wednesday, near the spot where Schultz's semi was found parked on a remote highway.

While the Iowa DPS did not confirm the identity of the body, Schultz's wife, Sarah, indicated that the person found matched her husband's description, CBS News reports.

She mentioned that the individual was wearing boots like Schultz's, and his keys were found in the pants pocket.

Sarah expressed a mix of relief and sorrow at the discovery, emphasizing the lingering questions surrounding Schultz's death.

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Missing Iowa Truck Driver's Disappearance and Investigation

David Schultz, aged 53, vanished without a trace on November 21 in Sac City, Iowa, leaving his truck abandoned on a highway loaded with hogs he was meant to deliver.

Despite extensive searches and pleas for information from Sarah Schultz, his whereabouts remained unknown for months, according to the Daily Beast.

The discovery of his body brings some closure to his family, though questions regarding the circumstances of his death persist.

Initially, authorities didn't suspect foul play in Schultz's disappearance, though Sarah Schultz voiced skepticism about this evaluation.

She questioned why her husband would venture into a field and lay down, particularly amid the Thanksgiving holiday week.

The Iowa Division of Criminal Investigation has yet to disclose the cause of death, pending further examination.

The Iowa DCI officially identified the body as David Schultz, utilizing dental records for confirmation.

Despite preliminary autopsy reports showing no signs of trauma or injury, the circumstances leading to Schultz's presence in the rural field remain unclear.

The field where his body was discovered is located near the intersection where his truck was found abandoned.

Family's Reaction and Community Support

Sarah Schultz expressed gratitude for the support received from family and the community throughout the ordeal.

She emphasized the importance of knowing her husband's whereabouts, even as unanswered questions linger about the events leading to his death.

The family is awaiting further information from the Iowa State Medical Examiner's Office, hoping for clarity regarding the circumstances surrounding Schultz's demise.

Jake Rowley of the United Cajun Navy, a nonprofit search-and-rescue organization, pledged support to the family for funeral arrangements.

The community's continued attention to David Schultz's case has been a source of comfort for Sarah, who hopes for answers to the puzzling circumstances surrounding her husband's death, KTIV.com noted.

As investigations into missing Iowa truck driver's death continue, the community remains vigilant for updates from authorities.

The discovery of his body marks a somber conclusion to months of uncertainty, yet questions persist about the events leading to his demise.

Family, friends, and community members rally around the Schultz family, offering support and solidarity during this challenging time.

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Written by: Ross Key

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