MIDDLETOWN — A body was found in the Great Miami River in Middletown on Sunday, according to a statement from the Middletown Division of Police.
The Butler County Coroner’s Office identified the body Monday as 19-year-old Justin Lewis Jr.
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At approximately 3 p.m., Middletown police and fire crews responded to 4401 N. Verity Parkway, on reports of a body in the river.
Upon arrival, crews located Lewis.
The Butler County Coroner responded to the scene.
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On Saturday, the division posted to Facebook asking the community to stay out of the Miami River Park area.
The Middletown Division of Police said this investigation is ongoing.
If you have any information about this incident, contact Detective Hughes at (513) 425-7733 or (513) 425-7700.
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