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76-year-old missing man found dead in Tucson desert

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Robert Lyngard, a vulnerable adult who was reported missing on Wednesday morning, after walking away from his home in the Avra Valley area, was found dead in the desert at just before 5 p.m.

According to a news release from PCSD, there were no signs of foul play surrounding his death.

Deputies were sent to search the area for Lyngard. PCSD Air Unit, Oro Valley Police Department, and the PCSD Air Unit all aided in the search.

The investigation remains ongoing.