Kankakee, IL – The Kankakee County Coroner has identified the man pulled from the Kankakee River as 63-year-old Todd Banks, officials confirmed Monday.
According to the Kankakee County Coroner’s Office, Banks’ body was recovered from the river earlier this week following reports of a possible drowning. Emergency crews responded to the scene after witnesses reportedly saw an individual in the water near downtown Kankakee.
Authorities have not yet released details about how long Banks may have been in the water or whether foul play is suspected. The cause and manner of death remain under investigation pending autopsy and toxicology results.
The coroner’s office expressed condolences to Banks’ family, describing the loss as deeply felt by the community.
Local law enforcement officials say updates will be provided as the investigation progresses.
Anyone with information related to the incident is encouraged to contact the Kankakee County Sheriff’s Office or local police.
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