[UPDATE 10:15 p.m.] Body Matching Description of Missing Man Found on the Klamath River

Shawn Nomura [Photo provided by Erin Nomura]

A body matching the description of 45-year-old Shawn Nomura, who was reported missing after a possible drowning on the Klamath River, was found this morning, Sunday, July 13, near the Humboldt County line.

In a brief statement, Humboldt County Sheriff’s Office (HCSO) Lieutenant Jesse Taylor confirmed, “HCSO boating unit located a male body…on the Klamath river near the Humboldt county line.” Authorities have not yet confirmed the identity of the body to us pending further investigation. However, the body found matches his description, Taylor said.

Nomura, a Native American man, had last been seen near Blue Creek on the evening of July 10. According to a prior press release from HCSO, he was swept downstream after falling into the river. He was last seen wearing gray shorts, red shoes, and no shirt.

The days-long search effort involved multiple agencies including HCSO Search and Rescue, Yurok Tribal Police, Hoopa Tribal Police, California Highway Patrol, the U.S. Coast Guard, and Cal Fire. Air and boat units were used extensively in the search along the rugged and fast-moving river.

Our hearts go out to the family and friends of Shawn Nomura.

UPDATE 10:15 p.m.:  HCSO announces that the body is that of Shawn Nomura.

On July 13, 2025, the Humboldt County Sheriff’s Office (HCSO) Special Services Division recovered the body of a deceased male in the Klamath River. Following notification of next of kin, the deceased was identified as Shawn Nomura, who had fallen into the river two days prior.

The Humboldt County Sheriff’s Office extends its heartfelt condolences to the family and friends of Mr. Nomura during this difficult time.

Earlier:

• Multiple Agencies Search Klamath River Following Report of Possible Drowning This Evening
• Search Continues on Klamath River After Reported Drowning Near Blue Creek
• Search Underway for Man Swept Away in Klamath River Near Blue Creek