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28-year-old man found in Cumberland River over the weekend

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NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WTVF) — Police say they recovered the body of a man from the Cumberland River Saturday morning after a fisherman spotted it near mile marker 183.

He has been identified as 28-year-old Christopher J. Jenkins.

Jenkins' body, which showed signs of decomposition, was discovered around 9 a.m. Officials report that he was fully clothed in all-black attire, including a shirt, shorts, and shoes.

Fire Department personnel who recovered the body noted there were no apparent signs of foul play, though the investigation is ongoing.

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