Investigation Underway After Body Found at Jefferson Davis County Bridge

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According to the Jefferson Davis County Sheriff's Department, law enforcement officials have launched an investigation following the discovery of a human body at a bridge in Jefferson Davis County on Tuesday morning. The Jefferson Davis County Sheriff’s Department said that the body was found at a bridge along J.E. Johnson Road near Prentiss.

The area has been cordoned off as investigators work to determine the circumstances surrounding the death. Sheriff Ron Strickland stated that, at this time, his office is unable to provide additional details regarding the incident.

WDAM will continue to follow the story and provide updates as more information becomes available.

Body FoundPhoto byJefferson Davis County Sheriff's Department