Crime & Safety

Concord Man Drowns In Contoocook River: Police

New Hampshire State Police said Christopher Audet, 45, was found dead in the Contoocook River Sunday.

CONCORD, NH — The man found dead in the Contoocook River Sunday has been identified as a 45-year-old from Concord, authorities said. Christopher Audet was discovered by a passerby Sunday afternoon in the area of Island Shores Estates.

"He was recovered in shallow water where he was (pronounced) deceased at the scene," New Hampshire State Police said in a statement Thursday. "The (circumstances) of Audet's entry into the water (are) still being investigated."

Police said anyone who witnessed the event should contact them at 603-227 -2118. Anonymous tips can be made to 603-223-3860 or isb@dos.nh.gov.

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