Remains of American Climber Found in Peru After 22 Years

An American mountain climber who never came home from a trip to Peru has finally been found. Reports say William Stampfl, 59, hasn't been seen since his trip in 2002. He was believed to have been lost to an avalanche on Huascaran, the country's tallest mountain. The mummified remains of a climber were found in the mountains due to receding glacier ice. Video shows the clothing and climbing boots well preserved after decades under snow and ice. Inside Edition Digital’s Mara Montalbano has more.

[@exe-om7vv]

After 22 years... That's a lot. I hope the family will recover from that.

[@SagittariusQueen1980]

At least his family is getting closure and can give this guy a proper burial. Condolences goes out to them.

[@pohanahawaii]

🌡In other words, snow that had been around at 18,000 ft on this mountain for at least 20 years have now melted.

[@liquidmind]

Rest in peace, William Stampfl. It's incredible how nature preserved him all these years, reminding us of the power and mystery of the mountains. Condolences to his family who finally have some closure after two decades. 🕊

[@1234crevis]

At least these guys care enough to take down peoples loved ones that haven't been seen in years! Thank you and rip to the man!

[@HowToChangeName]

At least his body can go home, many hikers dont

[@Brandon-ch2ot]

Judging from his position he got hit with some force I think. RIP man

[@buffayboy3340]

He's been on that mountain longer than i've been alive

[@ladymire]

I’m glad he’s at least finally home. My condolences to his family and the family of those others who perished as well.

[@adamagnus]

Hopefully family and friends will be able to finally have closure. 🙏 😢💗

[@Thatverycoolpersonwowzers]

that’s so sad

[@journeymansmitty8283]

Well imagine that the ice must have kept him well-preserved indeed😮

[@lauriefaithprescott]

Im glad now his family can have some closure and finally lay him to rest peacefully and properly. My condolence

[@heavymetalandmakeup2383]

This is heartbreaking but also a blessing that now there is closure and something to bury. RIP

[@jonathanng138]

I'm 22 years of age its crazy how this dude's body is so well preserved while I'm here just pooping on my toilet

[@vanillasmerk5742]

They still havnt found guy i went to highschool with,,his cousin on mt everest, he snowboarded down and disappeared into oblivion. I hope hes found some day also.

[@mackdaddyrodriguez9632]

Now he can finally rest in peace..

[@ryN50]

22 years wow!

[@ray-ann4915]

RIP William Stampfl 😞😔❤️💔. Sending prayers and love to your family!😔😢

[@cee_el]

I wonder why the thumbnail was blurred out but not the one in the video 😅