Dead body found in Roanoke River Timothy Martin May 24, 2012 1 min read Roanoke Police say the body of an adult male was pulled from the Roanoke River near Wiley Drive around 12:15 p.m. today. The body was taken to the medical examiner’s office for identification and cause of death. Check back for updates. Share: Continue Reading Previous: New VA poll shows Obama leading Romney, but race remains tightNext: How to stay safe on the water this weekend Related Stories 1 min read Recount done; Joe Cobb is Roanoke’s next Mayor Gene Marrano December 20, 2024 1 min read Virginia U.S. Senator weighs in on The Supreme Court taking up the TikTok ban Denise Membreno December 20, 2024 1 min read Businesses working with Roanoke City to avoid criminal charges on late tax payments Gene Marrano December 19, 2024