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Body of missing former Action News Jax meteorologist found in Maine

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By Action News Jax

OLD ORCHARD BEACH, Maine — Police in Maine said the body of a former Action News Jax meteorologist has been located.

Tom Johnston, 46, was reported missing Monday, according to a release from the Old Orchard Beach Police Department.

Photos: Remembering Tom Johnston

The Auburn, Maine, Police Department said in a Facebook post on Thursday night that the Maine Warden Service located Johnston's body.

"Any suspicion of foul play has been ruled out and the investigation is focused on an apparent suicide," the Facebook post said.

Media Release - Missing Person Located Auburn Police, with the assistance of the Maine Warden Service have located the...

Posted by Auburn (Maine) Police Department on Thursday, April 6, 2017

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Johnston was most recently a meteorologist for WCSH in Portland, Maine.

Police said he left Old Orchard Beach early in the morning on Saturday to attend a function at Sunday River Ski Resort.

He had not had contact with his family since 10:20 p.m. Saturday.

Action News Jax team members and viewers shared their favorite memories of Johnston on social media Friday.

He was known for his humor and fun personality.

Our hearts are heavy with the loss of Tom Johnston. TJ Thunder will be remembered by many for his humor and fun personality:

Posted by Action News Jax on Friday, April 7, 2017

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