Body found in Fox River identified as missing Aurora man

KENDALL COUNTY, Ill. - The body of a missing Aurora man was found in the Fox River on Monday, according to police.

What we know:

Around 5:24 p.m., police responded to a call about something unusual seen in the water near the 100 block of West Washington Street.

When officers arrived, they deployed a drone and spotted what appeared to be a body in shallow water, roughly 100 yards southwest of the Washington Street bridge.

At that point, crews with the Oswego Fire Protection District were called to the scene and confirmed the person was deceased. The body was recovered and transported to the coroner’s office.

The person was identified as Lorenzo Gayosso Morales, of Aurora, who was reported missing on April 20.

What we don't know:

The Kendall County Coroner's Office had yet to determine a cause of death.

Police have not said whether foul play is suspected or how long the body may have been in the water.

What's next:

The investigation is ongoing. Police say they will provide updates as they learn more.

Anyone with information is encouraged to contact Oswego police at 630-551-7300.