Maine Mountain Search: Hiker Dead, Daughter Missing
- The body of Tim Keiderling, 58, of Ulster Park, N.Y., was discovered Tuesday on Mount Katahdin in Baxter State Park, Maine.
- Game wardens, park rangers, and K-9 units are involved in the ground and air search for Esther Keiderling.
- The Keiderlings began their hike to the summit from Abol Campground on Sunday.
Authorities confirmed a tragic revelation on Mount Katahdin: 58-year-old Tim Keiderling was found dead.Now, the Maine search intensifies for his missing daughter, 28-year-old Esther Keiderling, after the pair whent missing Sunday hiking from Abol Campground. The focus is now on the Tablelands area, eastern trails, and streams. Game wardens, park rangers, and K-9 units are on the scene, supported by air assets from the Maine Forest Service and the Maine Army Guard. The pair was last seen around 10:15 a.m.heading toward the summit. News Directory 3 is following the search closely.Discover what’s next as search efforts continue.
Hiker Found Dead; Maine Search Intensifies for Missing Daughter
The body of Tim Keiderling, 58, of Ulster Park, N.Y., was discovered Tuesday on Mount Katahdin in Baxter State Park, Maine. He and his 28-year-old daughter, Esther Keiderling, were reported missing Sunday. Authorities confirmed Wednesday that the search for Esther is ongoing, concentrating on the Tablelands area.
Game wardens, park rangers, and K-9 units are involved in the ground and air search for Esther Keiderling. Helicopters from the Maine Forest Service and Maine Army Guard are assisting in the effort. The Maine search is focused on the Tablelands, and also trails and streams on the eastern side of the mountain.
The Keiderlings began their hike to the summit from Abol Campground on Sunday. They were last seen around 10:15 a.m., heading toward the summit.Park rangers initiated the search Monday after locating their vehicle in a day-use parking lot.
What’s next
The intensive search for Esther Keiderling continues, with teams meticulously covering the designated areas of Mount katahdin. Officials are urging anyone with information to contact Baxter State Park authorities.