PRINEVILLE, OR -- A Prineville man reported missing Saturday, was found dead Sunday morning, of an apparent accident. Prineville Police believe 56-year-old Jim Heggie slipped or fell into a steep portion of Ochoco Creek. His body was discovered in an area difficult to access and covered by vegetation.
Heggie was last seen leaving a bar Friday night, and alcohol and/or medical complications may have been factors in his death. Police say there is no evidence of suspicious or criminal activity.
The Prineville Police Department thanked the Crooked County Sheriff's Office, Search and Rescue and citizens who worked to provide information on the missing persons case.
