Crime & Safety

Body Found In Connecticut River

Middletown Police: White Male Reported Floating Friday Afternoon Near Water Treatment Plant on River Road

A grim discovery was made along the Connnecticut River in Middletown in the early afternoon Friday when the body of white male was found floating near the sewage treatment plant on River Road, according to police.

Police have not released the man's identity, pending notification of the family. The cause of death also is not yet known.The police department's major investigations unit is working on the case.

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