GRAND JUNCTION, Colo - Through forensic evidence and the help of the public, the Mesa County Sheriff’s Office was able to positively identify both people pulled from the Colorado River on Sunday.
Investigators along with the Mesa County Coroner's Office are currently in the process of notifying next of kin for both men. Once all family is notified, we will release their names to the public.
Both identities of the deceased men were confirmed by their fingerprints.
The Mesa County Coroner’s Office will send out a press release as to the cause and manner of death when it is available.
The Mesa County Sheriff’s Office is still investigating the circumstances surrounding their deaths.
We thank the public for their help in this case. The Mesa County Sheriff’s Office received numerous tips and offers of help.
If anyone has any information about this case please call our Witness Tip Line (970) 244-3526 or Crime Stoppers at (970) 241-STOP. Crime Stoppers also allows you to submit tips online at www.241stop.com as well as through text. Text your tip to CRIMES (274637) and start your message with “241STOP.” Crime Stoppers tips remain anonymous and you could be eligible for up to a $1,000 reward.
