Body Recovered From Fox River in Green Bay
Police are working to identify the person and determine how they died after recovery near West Mason Street on Monday evening.
Updated on Nov. 3, 2026 in Emergency Response
Green Bay police recovered a body from the Fox River near West Mason Street after officers were dispatched shortly after 4:30 p.m. Monday. Crews recovered the body from the river at approximately 6:55 p.m. with help from the Green Bay Metro Fire Department.
Why it matters
Investigators have not yet identified the person or determined a cause of death, and the investigation is in its preliminary stages. Police have said there is currently no reason to believe the public is in danger.
The recovery was logged at approximately 6:55 p.m. Monday, roughly two and a half hours after officers were dispatched at shortly after 4:30 p.m. Police have not yet released the person's identity or cause of death.
The players
Green Bay Police Department
The municipal police agency serving Green Bay, Wisconsin, responsible for investigating deaths and other incidents within the city limits.
Green Bay Metro Fire Department
The municipal fire department serving Green Bay, Wisconsin, which assisted police in recovering the body from the river.
The details
A body was found in the water near West Mason Street, prompting a response from Green Bay police. Crews recovered the body from the Fox River with assistance from the Green Bay Metro Fire Department, and investigators are working to identify the person and determine the cause of death.
Timeline
Monday, shortly after 4:30 p.m.: Officers are dispatched after a body is reported in the water near West Mason Street.
Monday, approximately 6:55 p.m.: Crews recover the body from the Fox River.
Seasonal Patterns
Recoveries from the Fox River by the Green Bay Metro Fire Department are part of the routine water response work the department performs on the waterway that runs through the city. This incident is one local example of how emergency crews respond to water-related calls during the late fall season.
Police have said there is currently no reason to believe there is a danger to the public. Residents who have information about the incident are encouraged to contact the Green Bay Police Department as the investigation continues.
The takeaway
Water-related emergencies on the Fox River call for a coordinated response between police and fire crews. Residents should keep in mind that investigators will release more details as the case develops.
Further reading
For more on how local crews handle incidents like this, see Emergency Response coverage for Green Bay.
