Body Found in Hackensack River: Questions Remain Over Mysterious Death

Jersey City, NJ – A chilling discovery beneath the Pulaski Skyway has left authorities and residents with more questions than answers. On the evening of January 28, a body was spotted floating in the Hackensack River, later identified as 49-year-old Bryan Linington of Cliffwood.

Emergency responders from the Jersey City Police Department and Fire Department rushed to the scene, recovering the body from the river’s cold waters. He was pronounced dead at 7:30 p.m., though the time of his passing remains unclear.

The Investigation So Far

The Hudson County Prosecutor’s Office has stated that no immediate signs of foul play were found, but the exact circumstances of Linington’s death are under investigation. An autopsy is pending, which could reveal whether drowning, foul play, or a medical condition contributed to his demise.

With no clear explanation for how Linington ended up in the river, many questions linger. Was he alone? Did he fall, or was he placed there? Could surveillance footage or witnesses provide answers?

A Troubling Pattern?

This case raises concerns about recent incidents along the Hackensack River. Just last year, multiple bodies were discovered in similar circumstances, fueling speculation about safety risks and potential criminal activity.

Authorities urge anyone with information to come forward as they piece together Linington’s final moments.

This is a developing story—The Garden State Gazette will provide updates as more details emerge.