Body found in North Carolina's Cape Fear River

Scientists conducting routine water tests in North Carolina's Cape Fear River made a shocking discovery on Tuesday. They found a dead body in the river, which had become visible after being separated from debris caused by a hurricane. Authorities have not yet identified the body. The North Carolina Bureau of Investigation has been contacted for more details about the situation. The body has been taken to the state medical examiner's office for further examination. Local police responded on March 18 to a 911 call about the discovery. The North Carolina State Bureau of Investigation joined the case later to take over from local law enforcement. Investigators believe the body may have come from another county. The Cape Fear River is 202 miles long and flows through major urban areas before reaching the Atlantic Ocean. The water was described as "murky-colored," making the search and recovery effort difficult. Previous hurricanes have left behind much debris, further complicating the situation. The discovery occurs while areas in the South and Midwest are recovering from severe storms that have caused destruction since March 14. At least 42 people have died as a result of these storms. The North Carolina State Bureau of Investigation announced that they were assisting local police with the ongoing case. They confirmed that an inquiry into the circumstances surrounding the person's death is underway, with more updates expected as forensic analysis continues.