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Man Drowns In Scioto River At Griggs Reservoir

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A man has drowned after authorities say he tried to swim in the Scioto River at Griggs Reservoir.

Columbus police were called to the scene Monday night. They say a 23-year-old man waded into the river and went underwater after stepping from a shallow area of the river into deeper water.

The man was pulled from the river and pronounced dead.

Authorities didn't immediately identify the victim.

The incident remains under investigation.

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