Missing man’s body found in Gauley River

Tue, May 13 2008

— A Nicholas County man missing since Friday was found dead Wednesday morning, authorities reported.
The Craigsville man’s body was found in the Gauley River near Allingdale around 9:30 a.m., according to the Nicholas County Emergency Operations Center. The man, who has not been identified, was last seen Friday and was reported missing Tuesday.
No foul play is believed to be suspected in the man’s death, according to the EOC. The incident remains under investigation by the Nicholas County Sheriff’s Department.
The Register-Herald contacted the sheriff’s department Wednesday, but could reach no one for comment.
— Amelia A. Pridemore