Clarksville, TN – A deceased woman was found inside a vehicle pulled from the Cumberland River early Friday morning, prompting an ongoing investigation by the Montgomery County Sheriff’s Office.
According to the Montgomery County Sheriff’s Office, emergency crews responded in the early morning hours Friday after a boater reported seeing a vehicle enter the Cumberland River near Lock B Road in Clarksville. The location sits along the Cumberland River corridor in Montgomery County, just northeast of the Nashville metro area.
Officials said multiple agencies coordinated recovery efforts that lasted several hours. Emergency crews were eventually able to locate and remove the vehicle from the river. Inside, responders discovered a deceased adult female and a dog.
Authorities confirmed the woman has not yet been identified. No information has been released regarding her age, residency, or how long the vehicle may have been submerged. The dog was also found deceased inside the vehicle.
The Montgomery County Criminal Investigations Division is now investigating the circumstances surrounding the incident. Officials have not said whether foul play is suspected or if the case appears to be an accident.
Lock B Road and nearby river access points experienced temporary activity from emergency personnel during the recovery, though no long-term road closures were reported.
Investigators say no additional information is available at this time. The Sheriff’s Office indicated updates will be provided as the investigation continues and the victim’s identity is confirmed.
Anyone who may have witnessed a vehicle entering the river or who has relevant information is encouraged to contact the Montgomery County Sheriff’s Office.
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