"Body of Missing Tennessee Deputy Recovered from River in Meigs County"

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The patrol vehicle of Tennessee Deputy Robert "R.J." Leonard, who disappeared after making an arrest, has been found in a river with the body of a woman believed to be the arrestee recovered from the backseat. The deputy remains missing, and the search continues. Authorities are working to confirm the woman's identity. Leonard had responded to a report of a fight, taken the woman into custody, and then lost communication while driving to the county jail. The search led to the recovery of the vehicle, and officials are investigating the incident.
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- Body Recovered In Vehicle Found In Water Where New Meigs County Deputy Went Missing The Chattanoogan
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