Update: Missing person Zander Benjamin Ward located

Shortly after 3:00 pm on Thursday, October 28, 2021, the Front Royal Police Department, Warren County Sheriff’s Office, and Warren County Fire Rescue personnel responded to the 3900 block of Guard Hill Road after family and community members helping in the search, believed they had located Zander Ward unresponsive in a wooded area off the roadway.

Zander Ward, who had been reported missing since Monday, October 25th, was found deceased. At this time, there is no evidence of foul play and Front Royal Police detectives will be awaiting findings from the Medical Examiner’s office.

Chief Magalis would like to thank everyone in the community for their efforts in locating Zander and continued prayers for the family.