MORGANFIELD, Ky. – Kentucky State Police are investigating after a vehicle and human remains were discovered in the Ohio River near a boat ramp off Dike Lane in Morganfield, Kentucky (Union County).
Around 10:00 a.m. Friday, a scuba diver located a submerged vehicle and immediately notified authorities. Upon recovery, human remains were also discovered.
At this time, the identity of the remains has not been confirmed. However, investigators believe the discovery may be connected to a Union County man who was reported missing in 2006.
The vehicle and remains are being processed by investigators, and the remains will be sent to the Kentucky State Medical Examiner’s Office for identification and further analysis.
Kentucky State Police are continuing the investigation in coordination with local authorities. Additional information will be released as it becomes available.
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