Body Pulled From Des Moines River Triggers New Death Investigation

(Des Moines, IA) -- A death investigation now underway in Des Moines after authorities pulled a body from the Des Moines River near Wells Fargo Arena last night.

Officials say the body of an adult male was recovered on the river's west bank not far from the Iowa Women of Achievement Bridge.

The Polk County Medical Examiner's office is now working to determine exactly how the person died.

So far, police have said there are no signs of foul play.

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