Body recovered from river near Victory Drive; Authorities seeking public’s help in identification
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Authorities are working to identify a body that was recovered from the Chattahoochee River late last night near Bulldog Bait and Tackle on Victory Drive.
According to Muscogee County Coroner Buddy Bryan, the deceased is an unidentified Black male who was found wearing black basketball shorts. Due to the condition of the body, officials have been unable to make a positive identification at this time.
“There were no visible signs of foul play,” Bryan said. “The body will be sent to the Georgia Bureau of Investigation (GBI) for further examination and possible identification.”
The Coroner’s Office is asking for the public’s help. If you have a family member or friend who is currently missing, you are urged to contact the Muscogee County Coroner’s Office.
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