Staff reports 6:52 a.m.
Friday, December 31, 2021 6:52 am

MANCHESTER - The body of a man was found in the Merrimack River under the Granite Street bridge in Manchester on Thursday.

The discovery occurred around 11:30 a.m. under the Granite Street bridge. Manchester Fire Department, Manchester Police and New Hampshire Marine Patrol responded to the scene.

At this time the incident is under investigation and foul play is not expected. The man's body was transported to the Office of the Chief Medical Examiner for autopsy and positive identification.

Anyone who has further information related to this or who witnessed the incident are encouraged to contact Sgt Steve O'Connor at 603-227-2114 or by email at Stephen.J.O'Connor@dos.nh.gov