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Dead body discovered in Puyallup River by group of fishermen

May 28, 2025, 8:46 AM

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The Puyallup River flowing with Mount Rainier towering overhead. (Photo courtesy of City of Puyallup)

(Photo courtesy of City of Puyallup)

A group of fishermen contacted police after they found a dead body moving down the Puyallup River, the Puyallup Police Department confirmed.

Detectives with the Puyallup Police Department are currently investigating the discovery after the Central Pierce Fire and Rescue personnel pulled the body from the water. The Pierce County Medical Examiner’s Office took custody of the body in an effort to learn more about how he died.

The Puyallup Police Department is asking that anyone who may have information about the circumstances or identity of the man to contact the department by calling (253) 770-TIPS. You can also email them at tips@puyallupwa.gov.

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