On Monday, May 13, 2024, Scott Link, 61, from the Chetek area in Rusk County was reported missing by his family.
It was believed he left his home late on Friday, May 10, 2024 or early Saturday, May 11, 2024. His attire, direction, and mode of transportation were unknown.
The Rusk County Sheriff's Office, Chetek Fire Department & Dive Team, Weyerhaeuser Fire Department, New Auburn Fire Department, Bruce Fire Department, Cameron Fire Department, WI DNR, WI State Patrol, and Sawyer County Search & Rescue worked diligently to locate the man.
A kayaker called authorities on Thursday, May 16, 2024, after spotting a body in the water, which he believed to be Scott Link. The body was recovered, and Scott was pronounced deceased at the scene. Foul play is not suspected.
It was believed he left his home late on Friday, May 10, 2024 or early Saturday, May 11, 2024. His attire, direction, and mode of transportation were unknown.
The Rusk County Sheriff's Office, Chetek Fire Department & Dive Team, Weyerhaeuser Fire Department, New Auburn Fire Department, Bruce Fire Department, Cameron Fire Department, WI DNR, WI State Patrol, and Sawyer County Search & Rescue worked diligently to locate the man.
A kayaker called authorities on Thursday, May 16, 2024, after spotting a body in the water, which he believed to be Scott Link. The body was recovered, and Scott was pronounced deceased at the scene. Foul play is not suspected.