Deer Hunter Found Dead in Vermont Woods

An 86-year-old man has been found dead in the woods of Rochester, Vermont.

Vermont State Police in Royalton were notified Monday night of an overdue deer hunter.

Charles Emerson of Essex was hunting along along Bingo Rd. He went into the woods Monday morning, but never returned to his hunting camp. Police were told that Emerson did not hear well and could easily become confused.

Several organizations responded to conduct searches through the night for Emerson.

No foul play is suspected.

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