Man's Body Found on Rocks at Brooklyn Park

NYPD investigating after discovery in Calvert Vaux Park

Mar. 28, 2026 at 8:53pm

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A man's body was found on the rocky shoreline of Calvert Vaux Park in Brooklyn on Saturday morning, according to the NYPD. Police were notified by a 911 caller who spotted the unresponsive body near Bay 44th Street and Shore Parkway around 9:30 a.m. The man showed no obvious signs of trauma, and the medical examiner will determine the cause of death.

Why it matters

This discovery marks the latest in a series of bodies found in and around Brooklyn waterways in recent years, raising concerns about potential criminal activity or other public safety issues in the area.

The details

NYPD Emergency Service Unit officers responded to the scene and removed the man's body from the rocks using a stretcher. There were no obvious signs of trauma on the body, and the medical examiner will now work to determine the cause of death.

  • The body was discovered around 9:30 a.m. on Saturday, March 28, 2026.

The players

NYPD

The New York City Police Department, which is investigating the discovery of the body.

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What’s next

The Office of the City Medical Examiner will conduct an autopsy to determine the cause of death.

The takeaway

This incident highlights the need for continued vigilance and investigation into the recurring discovery of bodies in Brooklyn's waterways, in order to ensure public safety and address any underlying issues that may be contributing to these troubling findings.