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Man found dead at White Sands National Park

White Sands National Park

  ALAMOGORDO, N.M. (AP) — Rangers say a man has been found dead at White Sands National Park. New Mexico State Police have identified the man as 63-year-old Jeffrey Minshew of Moriarty. The National Park Service is coordinating with State Police to investigate the death. A possible cause of death wasn't immediately released, but authorities say foul play is not suspected at this time. An unoccupied vehicle was found in the park about 11 a.m. Sunday. That began a search and the body was discovered around 5 p.m. Monday. White Sands rangers say there is no shade or water along any of the trails in the park. They recommend hikers bring at least one gallon of water per person per day along with high energy snacks.