ADA COUNTY, Idaho — A decomposed body found the night of Thursday, July 13, in the Boise River in Eagle was that of a Boise man who was reported missing earlier this year, the Ada County Coroner announced Wednesday.
Ada County Sheriff's deputies began investigating after some people playing on the river reported finding the body south of East Whitby Lane. That was at about 6:40 p.m. last Thursday. The sheriff's office said the body was along the bank, partially submerged.
The office of Ada County Coroner Richard Riffle identified the body as that of Eric Jorgensen, 65, and a resident of Boise. The coroner's office said Jorgensen had been reported missing on April 26 after some of his belongings were found near the river in the Willow Lane area near his home.
The cause and manner of Jorgensen's death are pending, the coroner said, and any further information is pending investigation.
The Ada County Sheriff's Office continues to look into Jorgensen's death, but said in a post Wednesday that it took several days for coroner's officials to establish a definitive identification because of the condition of his body.
The sheriff's office also said police found evidence that Jorgensen had made suicidal statements in the past and was dealing with "significant medical issues," and that detectives investigating his disappearance did not find any evidence of crimes or any kind of foul play.
If you or someone you know is struggling with suicidal thoughts, mental or emotional problems, family/relationship problems, or having trouble with alcohol or other drugs, reach out to the Idaho Crisis & Suicide Hotline. Online chat services are available through the hotline website. You may also call or text 988.
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