Body Found By Fisherman In Bridgeton's East Lake

Police in Cumberland County are trying to identify a body found in a lake over the weekend.

Bridgeton Police Department
Photo Credit: *Bridgeton Police Department*

09/11/2023 12:02 p.m.

He was found dead in East Leke in Bridgeton on Saturday, Sept. 9, police said. The male was discovered by a fisherman who contacted the police at approximately 9:40 a.m.

He is described as a Hispanic man, approximately 25 to 35 years old.

He was wearing a black long-sleeved Under Armour shirt, dark jeans with a black belt, maroon running-style sneakers with white soles and a brown bead necklace.

Foul play is not suspected at this time however detectives are conducting an investigation.

Anyone with information should contact Bridgeton Police at 856-451-0033 or at BPD.TIPS.

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