DESOTO, Ill. (WSIL) -- Fishermen discovered a body in the Big Muddy River near Desoto early Friday morning, according to the Jackson County Sheriff's Office on Friday.

The Jackson County Sheriff's Office and Jackson County Coroner responded to the scene after they said the fishermen found the body at around midnight on August 8.

The individual was pronounced dead at the scene.

Investigators say they have a probable identification, have notified family members and are working to confirm the identity at this time.

An autopsy is scheduled to determine the cause and manner of death.

Authorities reported no evidence of foul play at this time, but the investigation remains active.

Further information will be released as it becomes available.

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