COVINGTON, Ky. — After weeks of searching, the body of Murry Foust has been discovered by an independently organized search party, the Covington Police Department confirmed Sunday.
The body of the missing 22-year-old Northern Kentucky University student was found at Wilder, Kentucky, according to police.
The Covington Police Department’s Criminal Investigation Division and Evidence Collection Unit are actively investigating the scene in collaboration with the Wilder Police Department and the Campbell County Coroner's Office.
NKU released the following statement regarding Foust's passing:
"We are heartbroken to learn of the death of our student, Murry (Alexis) Foust," Corey Best, Chief Communications Officer of NKU, said. "Our thoughts are with their family, friends and all who knew them. This is a profound loss for our campus community. We are grateful to the Covington Police Department and all of those who assisted in the search efforts. We encourage any members of our campus community who may be struggling to reach out for support. Counseling services are available around the clock through NKU Counseling Services by calling 859-572-5650."
The Covington Police Department said that there is currently no indication of foul play.
The cause of death is unknown at this time and is under investigation by the Campbell County Coroner's Office.
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The Foust family released a statement on social media Monday, thanking the community that has supported them.
"While our hearts are broken and this is not the outcome we were hoping for, we can only pray that finding them provides closure and comfort to everyone who is hurting," the statement reads.
The family also said they plan to establish an art scholarship fund in Murry Foust's name to honor their love of art.
"Any donations or proceeds from the sale of Murry's work will be used to support other art students in the community," the statement reads.
The family said the next fundraiser is at the Cincinnati Art Museum's "Art After Dark" event on May 29. Following that, they said there will be a pottery fundraiser at NKU.
Foust's artwork is displayed in the lobby of the Corbett Theatre in NKU's Fine Arts Center.
Those who would like to donate now can do so at this link, the family said.
