Body Of Missing NJ Man Found After 2-Day Search In Vernon: Cops

A body of a missing 37-year-old father of two was found this weekend at a New Jersey lake after a two-day search, police said.

Jeffrey Vybihal of Vernon was found in Lake Conway on Saturday, police said. He was last seen Thursday afternoon at his residence in the Lake Conway area wearing a light blue fleece jacket, sweatpants and sneakers.

The Vernon Township Police requests everyone to respect the privacy of the Vybihal family. "We would like to thank all of the agencies that have assisted us over the past few days," police said.

Vybihal left behind his wife, Sara, and two young children, according to The New Jersey Herald. He departed his home on foot but left his wallet, identification and cell phone.

The West Milford Police Dive Team, Sussex County Prosecutors Office, New Jersey State Police, Sussex County Sheriff's Department, Vernon Township Fire Department, Vernon Township Ambulance Squad, NJ State Park Police K-9, Warwick Police K-9, Maywood Police K-9, and the NJ Search and Rescue team all assisted in the search.

"There were also countless residents, neighbors, and businesses that provided support and were ready and willing to help," police said.

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