Dead body found in Roanoke River Timothy Martin May 24, 2012 1 minute 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: Post navigation Previous: New VA poll shows Obama leading Romney, but race remains tightNext: How to stay safe on the water this weekend Related Stories Familiar voice returns to Salem RidgeYaks broadcast booth for 2026 season Web Staff January 30, 2026 0 Carilion Children’s trauma nurse urges safety first approach for those breaking out the Flexible Flyers this week Gene Marrano January 29, 2026 0 Attorney General Jay Jones Joins Multistate Coalition Condemning DOJ Threats Against Minnesota Clark Palmer January 29, 2026 0