Body found at Monroe County lake

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Indiana Department of Natural Resources
Division of Law Enforcement   

MONROE COUNTY- Indiana Conservation Officers are conducting a death investigation of a male body found at Riddle Point Park Beach on Lake Lemon in Monroe County.  At approximately 8:00 a.m. this morning, a fisherman located a body in the water near the beach.  The fisherman immediately called 911.

Initial findings do not indicate foul play.  The man’s clothing and identification were located on the beach and he has been identified.  Release of his identification is pending family notification.  An autopsy will be performed to help determine the cause of death.

Indiana Conservation Officers were assisted at the scene by Monroe County Sheriff’s Office and EMS.  At this time Officers have cleared the scene and Riddle Point Park is open to the public.

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