The body of an unidentified male was found in the Vermilion River near Shadow Bluff and Lajaunie Rd in Lafayette on Saturday.

Lafayette Police say the discovery was made around 9:30am and is that of a white male.

The Lafayette Coroner's office will conduct an autopsy and attempt to identify the deceased. At this time, there appear to be no signs of foul play.

According to Public Information Officer Karl Ratcliff, there is no further information at this time and an investigation is pending the coroner's findings.

 

 

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