Investigation underway after body found in Christiana River in Delaware

Sunday, November 17, 2024
Investigation underway after body found in Christiana River in Delaware
Investigation underway after body found in Christiana River in Delaware

WILMINGTON, Del. (WPVI) -- An investigation is underway after a body was found in the Christiana River in Wilmington, Delaware on Sunday.

It happened around 12:30 p.m. along the 700 block of Justison Street.

Officers say they recovered a man's body approximately 40 minutes after arriving at the scene.

According to police, the man was wearing a hospital bracelet when his body was found. There is no word yet on his identity.

The medical examiner will work to determine a cause of death, authorities say.

Anyone with information on this incident should contact the police.

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