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Missing fisherman's body found near Susquehanna River
BRIAR CREEK TWP., COLUMBIA COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — The body of a missing fisherman has been recovered near the Susquehanna River.
Brair Creek Township Police report that on August 4, around 8:00 a.m., the body of 70-year-old Edward Donnelly from Berwick was discovered near the Susquehanna River in the area of Berwick Test Track.
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Donnelly had fallen into the river on August 2, and he never resurfaced. A search was conducted over the weekend, but was unsuccessful.
Police say Donelley was recovered by family members and friends who were preparing to search the river.
Jeremy R. Reese, Columbia County Coroner, stated the cause and manner of death are pending an autopsy that is scheduled for Tuesday.
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