Lucas Niko Ashlock has been identified as the body discovered in a northeastern Oklahoma park in the area of Rocky Ford State Park near Tahlequah.

The coroner said Thursday that the body was that of Ashlock, 22, who had been reported missing on Feb. 20.

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Cherokee County officials say Ashlock’s body was discovered on Tuesday in a creek bed in the area of Rocky Ford State Park near Tahlequah. How Ashlock died has not been determined but authorities have said they do not suspect foul play. source

A search team had been looking for Ashlock since he was reported missing. Roommates say he had gone to a friend’s house and never returned.

Our thoughts and prayers go out to the family and friends at this difficult time.