A body was recovered from the Detroit River near John Dingell Park in Ecorse, Michigan, on Monday afternoon, March 30, 2026. Authorities believe the remains may be those of a 25-year-old Wyandotte man who had been missing since early February.
Incident Details
According to officials, the discovery was made around 1:00 p.m. when a fisherman spotted a body in the water near the boat launch at Southfield and Jefferson. Emergency responders arrived at the scene and recovered the remains from the river.
Police indicated that the location of the discovery is near John Dingell Park in Ecorse. The area was secured as authorities began their investigation into the circumstances surrounding the death.
While formal identification by the medical examiner is still pending, investigators noted that the physical description and clothing are consistent with those of Tyler Bojanowski, a 25-year-old man reported missing earlier this year.
Family members have been notified following the recovery, according to officials.
Victim Identification Status
Authorities have not yet officially confirmed the identity of the individual, as the medical examiner’s office is expected to conduct further examination.
However, both investigators and family members believe the remains are those of Tyler Bojanowski based on available evidence at the scene. Officials have not released additional identifying details while awaiting formal confirmation.
No information has been provided regarding the cause or manner of death at this stage of the investigation.
Investigation and Police Response
The Ecorse Police Department, along with the Wyandotte Police Department, is actively investigating the case. Authorities are working to determine the circumstances that led to the individual’s death.
At this time, officials have not stated whether foul play is suspected. Investigators are expected to review evidence and continue gathering information as part of the ongoing inquiry.
Law enforcement agencies have not released additional details regarding the timeline between the individual’s disappearance and the recovery of the body.
Further updates are expected once the medical examiner completes the identification process and additional findings become available.
Background on the Disappearance
Tyler Bojanowski was last seen on February 5, 2026, after reportedly walking away from his crashed truck on Enterprise Drive in Allen Park.
According to information provided by his family, he left the scene on foot following the crash. The circumstances surrounding the crash itself have not been detailed in the information released so far.
Shortly after his disappearance, his passport was discovered at John Dingell Park, approximately four miles from the crash site. This location is near where the body was recovered weeks later.
The connection between these locations has not been fully explained by authorities, and investigators have not confirmed how the individual may have traveled between them.
Additional Context
Family members previously shared that Bojanowski had suffered a traumatic brain injury in a past car accident. According to them, this condition may have contributed to confusion at the time he went missing.
Officials have not confirmed how this information may relate to the ongoing investigation. No additional medical details have been released by authorities.
The case remains under investigation as law enforcement works to determine the full circumstances surrounding the disappearance and subsequent recovery.
