At a Glance
- Stephen Iannoti, 72-year-old, found dead after police recovered his Jeep.
- Jeep, a black Wrangler with plate “RUNT 61”, was towed on Dec. 31.
- Police saw the vehicle leave his driveway at 12:45 a.m. on Dec. 26.
- Why it matters: The discovery provides closure for a family missing since Christmas and highlights a tragic outcome.
Police in South Jersey closed a long-standing missing-person case when they found the body of Stephen Iannoti after locating his Jeep on the evening of December 31. The vehicle, a black Wrangler with plate “RUNT 61”, had been seen leaving the man’s driveway on December 26.
Case Overview
Iannoti was reported missing by his family after no contact since Christmas Day. Authorities tracked his Jeep through Ring camera footage, noting its departure at 12:45 a.m. on Dec. 26. The vehicle was later found being towed by SkyForce10 at 4 p.m. on Dec. 31.
Timeline of Events
The following timeline summarizes key dates and actions in the investigation.
| Date | Event |
|---|---|
| Dec. 25 | Iannoti reported missing |
| Dec. 26 12:45 a.m. | Jeep leaves driveway |
| Dec. 31 4 p.m. | Jeep towed by SkyForce10 |
The search focused on the Mount Royal area of East Greenwich and the Borough of Pitman, where Iannoti was known to frequent.
Key Takeaways
- Stephen Iannoti, 72, was found dead after his Jeep was recovered.
- The Jeep was a black Wrangler with plate “RUNT 61”.
- Police used Ring camera footage to track the vehicle’s departure on Dec. 26.
The case underscores the importance of thorough investigations and community cooperation in missing-person searches.
