Man's body pulled from Youghiogheny River in Fayette County

A body was pulled from the Youghiogheny River in Fayette County on Sunday. 

The body was found by two fishermen near River Road in Lower Tyrone Township. Pennsylvania State Police and its criminal investigation unit responded to the scene, and the coroner was also notified.

Fayette County Coroner Dr. Bob Baker issued a press release late Sunday night, asking for the public's help in identifying the victim.

The victim could only be identified as a white, middle-aged man who is bald and has an athletic build. Dr. Baker noted that the man had what appeared to be a tattoo depicting a mountain range on his right shoulder blade.

The cause and manner of death are pending autopsy results. Other details surrounding the incident remain limited as the investigation is ongoing.

Anyone who may have information regarding the victim and his identity is asked to call the coroner's office at 724-430-1270.