The search for missing Schertz man John “Beau” Stein, 32, took a somber turn Wednesday when his body was found in a wooded area of Comal County. Stein was first reported missing on March 31, and multiple agencies joined in the search in the days that followed. Deputies located remains north of the 17,600 block of Lookout Road, and authorities say his death remains under investigation.
Discovery and investigation
Search teams ultimately found Stein after coordinated efforts in Comal County, Fox San Antonio reported. The station’s report by Amanda Moreno notes Stein’s age and that he was first reported missing on March 31. Officials have not released additional details about a possible cause of death or any suspects while the investigation continues.
Comal County context
Comal County has seen similar cases in recent years. Human remains found there in 2022 were later identified as a man who had been missing since 2021, according to KSAT. That earlier case underscored how discoveries in the county’s rural and wooded areas can involve several jurisdictions and lengthy follow-up work.
What’s next
Authorities have not released a cause of death and say the investigation is ongoing, Fox San Antonio reports. Anyone with information about Stein’s disappearance is urged to contact local law enforcement or the Comal County Sheriff’s Office so investigators can follow up on any leads.
