SAC CITY, Iowa — Officials say FINAL autopsy results indicate a western Iowa truck driver whose body was found about a mile from his abandoned semi, did not die as the result of a homicide. Because there was no crime involved in David Schultz’ death therefore, officials will not release more information about the cause of death, and the case is considered closed.

The 53-year-old Schultz, from Wall Lake, went missing in November  of 2023.  His body was not found until April, 2024, when his remains were discovered in a farm field.

The Iowa Division of Criminal Investigation released an update the day after he was found, saying PRELIMINARY autopsy results showed no signs of trauma or serious injury and that foul play was not suspected.