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Gibson identified as man found in canal
The Vicksburg Police Department has released the identify of the man found deceased in the Yazoo Diversion Canal at Vicksburg’s City Front early this morning as Demetrious Gibson, 36, of Port Gibson.
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VICKSBURG, Miss. (VDN) — The Vicksburg Police Department has released the identify of the man found deceased in the Yazoo Diversion Canal at Vicksburg’s City Front early this morning as Demetrious Gibson, 36, of Port Gibson.
According to a release around 11 p.m. on Tuesday, August 4, VPD officers responded to 1 City Waterfront after receiving reports that an individual had entered the Mississippi River and did not return.
According to the preliminary investigation and witness statements, Gibson initially entered the water and returned safely to shore. Witnesses stated that he entered the water a second time and did not return.
VPD was assisted at the scene by the Vicksburg Fire Department, the Warren County Sheriff’s Office, and personnel from Ergon. Dive teams from the Vicksburg Fire Department and the Warren County Sheriff’s Office conducted an underwater search, and Gibson was recovered from the Mississippi River around 5 a.m. on Wednesday, August 5, 2026.
The incident remains under investigation by VPD investigators.
The department extends its heartfelt condolences to the family, friends, and loved ones of Mr. Gibson during this incredibly difficult time. We ask the community to keep them in their thoughts and prayers as they navigate this tragic loss.
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