Body Found in Austin River Near Quinlan Park

Police assisting in recovery after hikers discover man floating in water

Published on Mar. 11, 2026

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A body was recovered from the water near Quinlan Park in Austin on Tuesday evening, according to the Austin Police Department. Law enforcement sources said a family hiking in the area found the man floating in the river, and police and fire department personnel responded to the scene to assist in the recovery.

Why it matters

The discovery of a body in a local river raises concerns about public safety and potential criminal activity in the area. Authorities are investigating the circumstances surrounding the incident to determine the cause of death and whether any foul play was involved.

The details

Police were called to the scene around 7:30 pm on Tuesday after hikers found the man's body floating in the river near Quinlan Park. The Austin Police Department is assisting the Travis County Sheriff's Office in the recovery efforts, with the Austin Fire Department also on site to help pull the body from the water. Further details about the identity of the individual or the cause of death have not yet been released.

  • The report came in around 7:30 p.m. on Tuesday, March 11, 2026.

The players

Austin Police Department

The local law enforcement agency assisting in the recovery and investigation of the body found in the river.

Travis County Sheriff's Office

The lead investigative agency handling the incident and recovery of the body.

Austin Fire Department

Provided assistance in pulling the body from the water at the scene.

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What’s next

The Travis County Sheriff's Office is expected to release more details about the identity of the individual and the cause of death once the investigation progresses.

The takeaway

This tragic discovery highlights the importance of public safety and the need for vigilance in local parks and recreation areas. Authorities will work to determine the circumstances surrounding this incident and provide the community with more information as the investigation continues.