On Friday morning, January 9, a dive team recovered a submerged vehicle from the Cumberland River in Montgomery County, Tennessee. Inside the vehicle, authorities found a deceased female and a dog. The vehicle was initially reported by an individual on a passing tugboat, which alerted authorities to the situation.
Emergency crews, including the Montgomery County Fire Department, Clarksville Fire Rescue, Montgomery County EMS, and the Montgomery County Sheriff’s Office, coordinated their efforts for several hours to retrieve the vehicle. It was located near the Lock B South boat ramp, a known area along the river.
Authorities have confirmed that the deceased female has not yet been identified. The Criminal Investigations Division is currently investigating the circumstances surrounding this incident, working diligently to gather more information about how the vehicle ended up submerged in the river.
An official statement from authorities confirmed the discovery of both the deceased female and the dog inside the vehicle. As the investigation continues, further details regarding the identity of the deceased and the circumstances leading to the vehicle’s submersion are expected to be released in the coming days.
The recovery operation involved multiple emergency response teams, highlighting the collaborative efforts of local agencies in addressing this unfortunate situation. The investigation aims to uncover more information about how the vehicle ended up in the river and the events that led to this tragic discovery.
As of now, the investigation remains ongoing, with authorities actively working to gather more information. Further updates will be provided as the situation develops, ensuring the community is informed about any new findings related to this case.
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