Body Recovered From Potomac River Near Key Bridge In DC (Developing)

An investigation has been launched after a body was recovered from the Potomac River on Wednesday, according to DC Fire and EMS officials.

The scene of the recovery in DC
Photo Credit: *Twitter/@dcfireems*

Zak Failla

03/13/2024 1:58 p.m.

First responders were called to a stretch of the water north of Key Bridge shortly after noon on March 13, where there was a report made about a body in the river.

Officials say that what started as a water rescue turned into a recovery after the body was found. It is now being investigated by the Metropolitan Police Department.

No details about the victim, or details surrounding the death, have been released.

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