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Tragic new details have emerged following the death of Alaskan Bush People star Matt Brown at just 43.
Matt’s devastated brother Bear confirmed the heartbreaking news, saying that a body had been recovered in Washington, following days of searching.
An initial update from the Okanogan County Sheriff Office said, officers had responded to reports of a ‘a male sitting in the shallow water’, which triggered a search for the individual.
In an updated statement issued earlier today, the Sheriff’s Office confirmed that Matt’s body had been found by a ‘group of private citizens’.
“On Saturday, May 30, 2026, a group of private citizens conducting a search along the Okanogan River located a deceased individual in the river,” the updated press release read.
“The individual was recovered and brought to shore, where he was positively identified as Matthew Brown.
Matt Brown of Alaskan Bush People fame has been found dead (Instagram/@mattbrown511)
Matt Brown of Alaskan Bush People fame has been found dead (Instagram/@mattbrown511)
“Matthew Brown has been transferred into the custody and care of the Okanogan County Coroner. The cause and manner of death will be determined by the Coroner’s Office.
“The Okanogan County Sheriff’s Office extends its condolences to Mr. Brown’s family and loved ones during this difficult time.
“No further information is being released at this time pending the ongoing investigation.”
