A California man has been found dead near his campsite after he went missing during a weekend camping trip with his fiancée. Brian Schofield, 47, was last seen at the Yellow Post Campsite No. 33 in Fawnskin, an area near Big Bear Lake.
Schofield and his fiancée reportedly went to bed around 11:30 p.m. on a Sunday. His fiancée reported him missing Monday morning around 8:53 a.m. when she woke to find he was no longer at the campsite. The San Bernardino County Sheriff’s Department conducted an extensive search and located Schofield deceased near the campsite Monday night.
Investigators have stated that preliminary findings show no signs of foul play. The circumstances surrounding Schofield's death and the exact cause remain unknown as authorities continue their investigation.
Schofield is described as being 6’2″ tall and weighing approximately 180 pounds, with brown hair and brown eyes. He was last seen wearing a blue t-shirt, camouflage shorts, a gray beanie, and orange hiking boots. The Big Bear Sheriff’s Station is asking for anyone with information to contact them at 909-866-0100 or text “REPORT” to WeTip at 844-909-3006.