Missing Hubbard man's body found on Japanese air base
A missing Hubbard man's body has been found in Japan.
Family members have confirmed to 21 News that Trevor Balint was found unresponsive on the Yokota Air Base Tuesday where he lived with his wife Britni.
They said that he was found on the 9th floor of his apartment building, which had already been searched twice.
According to an update posted to the air base's website, Balint was pronounced dead by medical personnel on the scene.
The cause of death and the circumstances of the incident are currently under investigation.
Balint was last seen on February first.
Congressman Tim Ryan, who had been speaking with Japanese officials on Balint's disappearance, released a statement.
"I am devastated at hearing of the death of Trevor Balint. Andrea and my prayers go out to his wife Britni and to their family.
"I know that Trevor's family still has many unanswered questions and I will do everything I can to ensure that they are provided as much information as is available to get the answers they need. I will remain in close contact with military leadership at Yakota Air Base and the Balint family and will assist in any way necessary in the days ahead."
-Congressman Tim Ryan (D-OH)
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