The Jacksonville Fire and Rescue Department has marine units assisting in the recovery of a body found in a river at Blount Island.
A resident discovered a body around 7 a.m. and called authorities. JFRD didn't say whether the body was a male or a female.
Action News Jax reporter Beth Rousseau Tweeted from the scene:
Investigators say they believe they know identity of body recovered, but cannot disclose at this time. @ActionNewsJax @WOKVNews pic.twitter.com/6FJSbI4sdT
— Beth Rousseau (@BethANJax) April 19, 2018
JSO says body discovered in St.Johns likely connected to incident that occurred earlier this week. Investigators do not suspect foul play @ActionNewsJax @WOKVNews pic.twitter.com/xCSpqpfRwy
— Beth Rousseau (@BethANJax) April 19, 2018
We’ve seen at least 1 marine unit on the water. JFRD says part of the recovery mission. @ActionNewsJax @WOKVNews pic.twitter.com/j7CjBCUmAv
— Beth Rousseau (@BethANJax) April 19, 2018
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