KSP: One dead after person drives into the Ohio River

DAVIESS CO., Ky. (WFIE) - One person is dead after a vehicle drove into the Ohio River earlier Wednesday night, according to Trooper Corey King.

We’re told it happened near Wrights-Landing Road in Daviess County after a trooper spotted a “suspicious” vehicle on the side of the road.

He says the vehicle took off speeding and drove into the river for an unknown reason.

Trooper King announced over social media that a deceased male has been recovered. He says their identity is currently unknown.

This is a developing story. We’ll keep you updated on-air and online with more information.

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