Accident – Death – Obituary News : : 1. Vernon man found dead CT River
2. Missing person identified CT River
A body found in a river in Manchester has been identified as a missing Vernon man, Justin Shvetz, aged 40. The Manchester Police Department expressed condolences to his family and friends. Shvetz was reported missing on February 11, prompting a Silver Alert and a national database search. He was recovered from the Hockanum River with the help of Manchester Fire and Rescue. An autopsy was conducted, but the cause of death remains undetermined, with no signs of physical injury noted. The Office of the Chief Medical Examiner is awaiting further test results. Manchester and Vernon police are working together to investigate this suspicious death.
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1. Vernon man found dead in CT river
2. CT river death investigation Vernon man
A man was tragically found dead in a river in Manchester on Monday, and has since been identified as 40-year-old Justin Shvetz from Vernon. The discovery of Shvetz’s body came after he had been missing for over a month, prompting a widespread search effort by both the Manchester and Vernon Police Departments.
Missing Person Report
Shvetz was reported missing on February 11, leading to the issuance of a Silver Alert as authorities worked tirelessly to locate him. Vernon police entered his details into a national missing persons database and collaborated closely with his family in the search. Despite their best efforts, it wasn’t until Monday that Shvetz was finally located in the Hockanum River.
Discovery of the Body
First responders were summoned to the area of the river near Hilliard Street and New State Road just before 3:30 p.m. after receiving reports of a body in the water. With the assistance of Manchester Fire and Rescue, Shvetz’s lifeless body was retrieved from the river, bringing a sense of closure to his loved ones.
Autopsy Results
Following the discovery, an autopsy was conducted on Shvetz to determine the cause of his death. However, as of now, the exact circumstances surrounding his passing remain unclear. The Office of the Chief Medical Examiner reported no signs of physical injury or trauma, indicating that further tests are needed to ascertain the cause of death.
Despite the lack of conclusive findings, the Manchester Police Department and Vernon Police Department expressed their heartfelt condolences to Shvetz’s family and friends during this difficult time. Lt. Nick Reinert of the Manchester Police Department emphasised the importance of supporting the grieving loved ones of the deceased during such a challenging period.
As the investigation into Shvetz’s death continues, authorities are urging anyone with information regarding his whereabouts in the days leading up to the tragic discovery to come forward. The community’s cooperation and assistance are crucial in piecing together the events that led to this unfortunate outcome.
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