Human remains found in Rockdale County could be connected to missing person case, deputies say

ROCKDALE COUNTY, Ga. — Rockdale deputies said human remains were found after someone called in a drowning over the weekend.

Deputies said they were alerted to a possible drowning on Wilson Road on June 3.

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Deputies found a body at the scene, though they did not give information about the condition of the body or how long the remains may have been at the location.

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Deputies said they were aware of an ongoing missing person’s case and are looking into a possible connection between the body and the missing person. They did not say which missing person’s case they think may be involved.

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Wilson Road parallels the Yellow River, though it is unclear exactly where the body was found.

Deputies said the medical examiner is working to determine the victim’s identity.

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