WCSO: Body found along Nolichucky identified as Steven Cloyd
JONESBOROUGH, Tenn. (WJHL) — The Washington County Sheriff's Office confirmed on Saturday that the remains found along the Nolichucky River on May 1 are those of Steven Cloyd.
'Crews clearing debris located the remains, and our Investigators worked with the medical examiner to identify Steve,' said Sheriff Keith Sexton. 'WCSO continues to pray for the Cloyd family, and we know this brings them some closure.'
Steven was one of two individuals missing from the flooding caused by Hurricane Helene.
Nancy Tucker remains missing.
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