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Body Recovered Off South Boston’s Castle Island Under Police Investigation

An autopsy by the Chief Medical Examiner will determine the cause of death.

Overview

  • The Massachusetts Environmental Police located the body shortly after 9:30 a.m., with one report citing about 9:34 a.m.
  • Boston Police harbor officers were alerted, and homicide detectives began an inquiry consistent with standard procedure.
  • The Office of the Chief Medical Examiner took custody of the remains for examination.
  • Authorities have not released the identity of the deceased or indicated whether the death appears suspicious.
  • Reports differ on whether the recovery occurred Monday or Tuesday morning, and officials have not clarified the exact day.