Lincoln: City river body find prompts investigation
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Officers were called to the Waterside North area of the city after reports of a body in the water
Police have launched an investigation after a body was recovered from the River Witham in Lincoln.
Lincolnshire Police said officers were called to the Waterside North area at about 08:30 BST after reports of a body in the water.
Officers said the death was currently being treated as unexplained and inquires were continuing to establish the person's identity.
Waterside North and South remain closed, a spokesperson added.
The force has appealed for anyone with information to get in touch.
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