South Jersey Man Found Dead After Christmas Disappearance

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South Jersey, January 1, 2026

A South Jersey man, Stephen Iannotti, was tragically discovered dead after being reported missing since Christmas Day. The search culminated in the finding of his vehicle on Wednesday, leading authorities to his body. This unfortunate ending marks a somber conclusion to a distressing case that affected the local community. Law enforcement had initiated a thorough search effort following his disappearance, and the discovery of his Jeep provided the crucial breakthrough needed to locate Mr. Iannotti.

South Jersey – A South Jersey man, Stephen Iannotti, who had been reported missing since Christmas, was found dead after his vehicle was located on Wednesday.

Missing Person Case Concludes

The discovery of Mr. Iannotti brings a somber end to the search that began when he was reported missing after Christmas Day. Authorities located his Jeep on Wednesday, which matched the description of the vehicle he was known to drive, leading to the subsequent discovery of his body.

Timeline of Disappearance

Mr. Iannotti had been missing since approximately Christmas Day. Law enforcement agencies initiated a search effort following his disappearance, which concluded with the finding of his vehicle and then his body.

Frequently Asked Questions

Who was found dead in South Jersey?
A South Jersey man, Stephen Iannotti, was found dead.
When was Stephen Iannotti’s vehicle located?
Stephen Iannotti’s Jeep was located on Wednesday.
When was Stephen Iannotti reported missing?
Stephen Iannotti was reported missing since Christmas.

Key Details

Feature Detail
Individual Identified Stephen Iannotti
Last Seen Christmas Day
Vehicle Found Wednesday
Location of Event South Jersey


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