Deceased Person Found in Cannon River After Missing Swimmer Search
The Goodhue County Sheriff's Office discovered a deceased person in the Cannon River near Cannon Falls on Friday, following a search for a man who went missing while swimming with others. The swimmer had gone under the water and failed…
Minneapolis St. Paul, MN, September 4, 2026 —
Authorities on Friday discovered a deceased individual in the Cannon River near Cannon Falls, following an intensive search for a man who had gone missing while swimming with a group.
The Goodhue County Sheriff’s Office reported the discovery. The individual was located in the Cannon River, a body of water known for its currents and recreational use. The circumstances leading to the discovery involved an ongoing search for a man who disappeared earlier while swimming with companions.
According to preliminary information, the swimmer went underwater and did not resurface. This event prompted the search operation undertaken by the Sheriff’s Office. The name of the deceased individual has not been released, and further details regarding the timeline of the swimming activity and the discovery were not immediately available.
The Sheriff’s Office has not released information regarding the cause of death, although the circumstances described point to a drowning incident. The investigation into the event is ongoing.
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