The New Richmond Fire Department has confirmed the discovery of a body in the Ohio River, which occurred on Sunday near the 800 block of Washington Street. This discovery comes three days after a 28-year-old man went missing while kayaking on the river near New Richmond, Ohio.

Ongoing Investigation

The Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR) reported that the man went missing on Thursday after two individuals in a tandem kayak fell into the water. One of them became separated from the kayak, leading to a search and rescue operation. The initial call for help was received around 4 p.m. that day.

Michael Sterwerf of ODNR stated, “How that person became in the water is still under investigation right now, but they became separated from the kayak and they had quite a distance to swim back to shore.”

Local agencies, including the Clermont County Coroner’s Office, Clermont County Sheriff’s Office, and New Richmond Police Department, are assisting in the investigation. The identity of the body found has not yet been confirmed as the missing kayaker.

Community Response

The search and subsequent discovery have drawn attention from the local community, highlighting the importance of water safety and the challenges faced by rescue teams in such situations. The New Richmond Fire Department has been actively involved in the search efforts, working alongside other local and state agencies.

This incident serves as a reminder of the potential dangers associated with water activities and the need for caution and preparedness when engaging in such recreational pursuits.

Original reporting: WLWT Cincinnati — read the source article.