UNION CO.- Authorities are investigating the death of Alan Peterman of Marion, 57, who was reported missing and later found by North Lick Creek Road in Union County. He was reported missing Thursday, May 12 as he was last seen around that area.

Sources state that Peterman’s car was found in a ravine near the parking lot of the Lick Creek Pentecostal Church.

A search and rescue team had found his body around 300 yards away from the vehicle.

Reports also state that Peterman was diagnosed as a schizophrenic and had gone without his medication.

An autopsy to determine the cause of death is scheduled for 4:00 pm Tuesday.