WASHBURN COUNTY (UPDATE): The Washburn County Sheriff’s Office on Wednesday said that the missing Sarona teenager, Gunnur Hess, has been located safe by Wisconsin DNR Wardens in St Croix Falls, WI. The Sheriff’s Office thanks everyone that assisted and the those that submitted tips.
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WASHBURN COUNTY — A search is underway for 19-year-old Gunnur Hess, who went missing after setting out on a kayaking trip down the Namekagon River on Friday, according to a press release from the Washburn County Sheriff’s Office.
Press Release
On Friday, June 14, 2024, Gunnur Hess, 19, of Sarona was supposed to put in a grey pelican kayak with a white bottom at the county K Namekagon River access. Gunnur had contacted his family and told them of his plan, and that he would contact them when he was ready to be picked up. Gunnur’s family has not heard of Gunnur since. Gunnur’s truck was located at the County k landing and since been removed by family members.
Washburn and Burnett Counties have traveled the river with assistance from fire departments, and found no signs of Gunnur.
If anyone has information on Gunnur or his whereabouts, please contact the Washburn County Sheriff’s Office TIP LINE at 715-468-2720 or non-emergency line at 715-468-4720.
- Per Sheriff Dennis Stuart, Washburn County Sheriff’s Office
Last Update: Jun 18, 2024 1:16 pm CDT
