Body of Missing Muskogee Man Identified

Erik Throne's remains found in pond after months-long search

Apr. 1, 2026 at 4:08pm

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Authorities have confirmed that a body discovered in a pond near Webbers Falls, Oklahoma in March is that of Erik Throne, a 56-year-old Muskogee County man who had been missing since December 2025 after reportedly being involved in a motor vehicle accident.

Why it matters

The discovery of Throne's body brings a tragic end to a months-long search that had involved multiple law enforcement agencies and search parties combing the Webbers Falls area. Authorities are still awaiting the official medical examiner's report to determine the cause of Throne's death.

The details

According to the Muskogee County Sheriff's Office, Throne was last seen on December 14, 2025 walking eastbound from the scene of a reported motor vehicle accident near East Highway 64 and South 105th Street East in Webbers Falls. A missing persons report was filed on December 29, and search efforts continued for several months before Throne's body was discovered on March 13 in a pond near the intersection of Highway 100 and Interstate-40.

  • Throne was last seen on December 14, 2025 after a reported motor vehicle accident.
  • A missing persons report was filed on December 29, 2025.
  • Search efforts continued for several months.
  • Throne's body was discovered on March 13, 2026.
  • As of March 23, 2026, officials are awaiting the official medical examiner's report.

The players

Erik Throne

A 56-year-old Muskogee County man who had been missing since December 2025.

Muskogee County Sheriff's Office

The law enforcement agency that assumed control of the case on December 31, 2025 and coordinated the search efforts.

Webbers Falls Police Department

The local law enforcement agency that responded to the scene where Throne's body was discovered.

Webbers Falls Fire Department

The local fire department that responded to the scene where Throne's body was discovered.

Office of the Chief Medical Examiner

The agency that assisted with the investigation and will provide the official report on the cause of Throne's death.

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What’s next

Authorities are awaiting the official report from the Medical Examiner's Office to determine the cause of Erik Throne's death.

The takeaway

The discovery of Erik Throne's body brings a tragic end to a months-long search, highlighting the challenges law enforcement can face in missing persons cases, especially in remote or rural areas. The investigation will continue as officials work to determine the circumstances surrounding Throne's death.