DNR Crews Recover Body From the Ohio River; Now, They Ask For Your Help

BY: DAVID SHEPHERD, NEWS DIRECTOR

NEWBURGH -- The Indiana DNR is investigating after a body was pulled from the Ohio River Monday afternoon.

A tugboat operator spotted the body near the Newburgh Dam around 1:20 p.m. and notified authorities.

Officers responded and recovered the remains.

Investigators don’t know who the victim is.  They are working to identify the victim using fingerprints and x-rays. 

An autopsy is scheduled for tomorrow.  At this point, police say there is no evidence of foul play.  If you have any information about this case, contact the Indiana DNR at (812) 837 – 9536.