
Name: Benjamin Curtis Andersen
Nickname: Ben
Age: 37 years old
Last Seen: May 18, 2026
Location: Mount St. Helens, Washington
Status: Found deceased on July 15, 2026
Case Information
37 year old Benjamin Curtis was last known to be near Mount St. Helens in Washington on May 18, 2026. It is believed he was training for the “Bigfoot 200” when he went missing.
Disappearance
On May 18, 2026, Benjamin Anderson’s phone last pinged near Mount St. Helens in Washington state. His last known location was near National Forest Road 25; the road runs North/South, parallel to the volcano.
It is believed Ben was training for an extensive outdoor competition called “Bigfoot 200,” a race he completed in 2021.
Ben has struggled with mental health issues, according to his father.
Authorities are searching for Ben and the car he was last known to be driving, a white 2025 Chevrolet Equinox with Washington plate number CST 3509.
Initial search efforts have been unsuccessful.
Ben Andersen Found Deceased
On July 15, 2026, searchers found Ben’s body at the bottom of a ravine, along with his Chevy Equinox. No further details have been released.
Appearance

Ben has brown hair, blue eyes, stands 6’1 tall, and weighs approximately 210 pounds.
Investigating Agency
If you have any information regarding Ben’s whereabouts please contact the Washington County Sheriff’s Office at (503) 629-0111.
Resources & Further Information
Family Concerned As Search For Washington County Man Missing in National Forest Continues – FOX12
Oregon Man Training For Trail Race Missing For More Than a Month Near Mt. St. Helens – KOIN
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