Body Pulled From Detroit River Believed To Be Missing Downriver Man

Police say the physical description and clothing on the body matched those of Tyler Bojanowski, who had been missing since February.

Apr. 1, 2026 at 1:50pm

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The body of a 25-year-old Wyandotte man, Tyler Bojanowski, was pulled from the Detroit River in Ecorse on Monday. Police said the physical description and clothing on the body matched those of Bojanowski, who had been missing since February 5th.

Why it matters

The discovery of Bojanowski's body in the Detroit River raises questions about the circumstances surrounding his disappearance and death. His recent history of a traumatic brain injury may provide some context, but the investigation will aim to determine how he ended up in the water.

The details

Officials pulled the body from the Detroit River in John Dingell Park on Monday. Police did not officially identify the man, but Bojanowski's family confirmed it was him. Bojanowski was last seen around 2:30 a.m. on February 5th near the pink Best Western in Allen Park. His truck was later found on Enterprise Drive in Allen Park, near the Best Western Greenfield Inn.

  • Bojanowski was last seen around 2:30 a.m. on February 5, 2026.
  • His body was pulled from the Detroit River on April 1, 2026.

The players

Tyler Bojanowski

A 25-year-old man from Wyandotte, Michigan who had been missing since February 5th.

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What’s next

Investigators will work to determine the cause and circumstances of Bojanowski's death.

The takeaway

The discovery of Bojanowski's body in the Detroit River is a tragic outcome, raising questions about his disappearance and the potential role his recent traumatic brain injury may have played. The investigation will aim to provide answers and closure for his family.