POPE COUNTY, Ark. — Authorities have identified the man who died Saturday afternoon following a reported fall from a tree stand near Highway 333 in Pope County.

Eric Andrews, 53, of Dardanelle, was found after family members became concerned when they were unable to contact him. Authorities say a friend went to check on Andrews and discovered him.

Emergency crews were dispatched around 2:22 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 17, to the area of 2334 State Highway 333, near Arkansas Nuclear One, following reports that a man had fallen approximately 15 feet from a tree stand.

Initial reports indicated Andrews was unconscious and having difficulty breathing. Dispatchers were later advised that he had no pulse, and Survival Flight was placed on standby.

Reaching the location proved difficult for emergency responders. Search and Rescue crews used side-by-sides to access the area, while Arkansas Nuclear One security also assisted with access to the scene.

Emergency medical personnel, Arkansas Game and Fish Commission officers and Pope County Sheriff’s Office personnel responded. The Pope County coroner was also called to the scene.

Investigators were considering whether Andrews may have suffered a medical emergency before the reported fall. However, authorities have not confirmed an exact cause of death.

The Pope County Sheriff’s Office told River Valley Record that the Arkansas Game and Fish Commission is handling the investigation.