(CNN) Human remains found in Rocky Mountain National Park in Colorado are believed to belong to a 27-year-old West German man who went missing 38 years ago during a ski trip, authorities said Thursday. Search efforts spanned several days and were also conducted by ground and air later that spring and summer. Despite finding small clues including a food cache and a snow cave with his sleeping bag in it, Moder was never found. In August 2020, a hiker discovered skeletal remains near avalanche debris. In the summer of 2021, park rangers found skis, poles and boots, along with remains of personal items believed to belong to Moder.

Source: CNN November 05, 2021 08:07 UTC