John Martin, 66, a Montz resident, was found dead on Friday in St. John the Baptist Parish after disappearing while riding his blue bicycle the day before. Authorities confirmed the grim discovery as Louisiana State Police assumed control of the investigation, and the community now mourns a life cut tragically short.
Early reports indicate Martin was last seen Thursday afternoon in the Montz area, pedaling through local roads. He was riding a blue bicycle and was described as wearing faded black jeans and a camouflage shirt at the time. When he failed to return home, loved ones alerted the St. Charles Parish Sheriff’s Office, which immediately launched a search effort.
The next day, authorities confirmed what no one wished to hear: Martin’s body had been located in nearby St. John Parish. Though the precise location within the parish was not publicly detailed, investigators have not yet disclosed a cause of death. At present, officials say the circumstances surrounding his passing remain unclear. The Louisiana State Police have taken over the case and are working to piece together what transpired during Martin’s final hours.
Friends and family are shaken. To them, John was more than a missing person — he was a familiar face in Montz, someone whose absence stirred urgency and concern. As they wait in sorrow, the community has rallied in grief, sharing memories and hoping for answers. The shock is palpable, and for neighbors, the incident serves as a heartbreaking reminder of how quickly things can change.
Officials involved in the probe have called upon anyone who may have seen Martin, his bicycle, or anything out of the ordinary between Thursday and Friday to come forward. Small details— a passing car, a witness who drove past—could be crucial in reconstructing the movements leading to his discovery.
For now, law enforcement continues the work behind the scenes: canvassing local areas, reviewing surveillance footage, interviewing witnesses, and collecting forensic evidence. Their goal is clear — bring clarity to the unanswered questions about how a man went missing from his home parish and ended up found deceased in another.
As this case unfolds, one thing remains certain: Montz has lost someone dear, and the search for truth must move steadily forward so that Martin’s loved ones can find the closure they desperately need. Updates will follow as investigators reveal what they uncover.
