Body Of Man Who Jumped From Hudson Valley Bridge Recovered

The body of a man who jumped from a bridge in the region has been recovered.

The Newburgh-Beacon Bridge.
Photo Credit: *New York Bridge Authority.gov*

08/05/2024 11:00 a.m.

The incident occurred on the Newburgh-Beacon Bridge on Saturday, Aug. 3.

According to Trooper Steven Nevel of the New York State Police, a preliminary investigation revealed that a 21-year-old Montgomery man jumped from the bridge mid-span at around 11:25 a.m.

The New York State Police Underwater Recovery Team recovered the body on Sunday, Aug. 4, 2024, at approximately 2:25 p.m.

The man's identity has not been released pending family notification.

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