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Man found in the Arkansas River in Pueblo identified, investigation underway

An investigation is underway after a body was found in the Arkansas River.

Body found in Arkansas River in Pueblo, investigation underway

By: James Gavato

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PUEBLO, Colo. (KOAA) — A body was found in the Arkansas River, and an investigation is underway, according to the Pueblo Police Department.

According to police, they received the report around 1:45 p.m. Monday in the 1100 block of West 4th Street, which is located near the Midtown Shopping Center.

The Pueblo County Coroner identified the individual on Tuesday as Jose L Nunez, 27. His next of kin have been notified. There were no details released at this time regarding Nunez's cause of death, as it remains under investigation.

At this time, it is unclear if foul play is involved in Nunez's death. We will continue to update this story as more information is shared by the police.

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