UPDATE: November 19 at 8:20 a.m.

The body of a man who fled from Spokane Tribal Police in a foot chase on Sunday was found in the Spokane River.

"With the assistance of the Spokane County Dive Team, the 42-year-old male has been located and recovered," tribal police said in a social media post.

The man was presumed dead by drowning after he jumped into the river while evading tribal police and did not resurface.

"We extend our heartfelt condolences to his family and friends during this difficult time," tribal police said.

WELLPINIT, Wash. – Spokane Tribal Police were involved in a foot chase on November 16 that resulted in a presumed drowning in the Spokane River.

Officers said they attempted to make contact with an adult male who had active warrants in Lincoln County, Stevens Coun

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