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The body of a missing Montcalm County man has been found.

27-year old Eric J. Hodge of Edmore was reported missing by his roommate after he hadn't been seen since January 26^th.

On Tuesday,  a physical search with the assistance of Mid-Michigan Working Dogs of Sheridan was conducted in a wooded area near the west end of Pine Street in Edmore where Hodge’s body was eventually discovered.

A police investigation continues and an autopsy will be performed.

Deputies say Hodge’s death does not appear to be suspicious.