Mesa County, CO – Authorities recovered a body from the Colorado River on Monday morning, prompting an investigation by the Mesa County Sheriff’s Office.
According to deputies, the call came in at approximately 9:40 a.m. reporting a deceased adult in the river near 21 Road and the Riverfront Trail – Monument View area. The cause of death has not been determined, and investigators say no further details are available at this time.
The Mesa County Coroner’s Office will release the identity of the deceased and the official cause of death once next of kin have been notified.
Deputies were seen working with rescue crews along the riverbank during the recovery operation. The sheriff’s office did not specify whether foul play is suspected.
The discovery has raised concern among nearby residents and trail users, as the Riverfront Trail is a popular spot for walking and biking.
Anyone with information related to the incident is encouraged to contact the Mesa County Sheriff’s Office.
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