The deceased in this case has been identified through fingerprint evidence. The Northern Virginia Regional Identification System (NOVARIS), Investigative Support Division, notified Homicide detectives that the body was that of Kenneth Duane Bernhardt, 36, of Falls Church. The Office of the Chief Medical examiner determined that the death was a drowning that was not criminal in nature.

(062915) UPDATE – Body Found in Kingstowne Lake

Detectives continue their investigation as they await results from the Office of the Chief Medical examiner regarding positive identification as well as cause and manner of death. Although the investigation is still in its early stages, there does not appear to be anything overtly suspicious and therefore no apparent threat to public safety.

This blog post is based on the best information known at this time and is subject to change as the investigation continues.

(062715) Body Found in Kingstowne Lake

Police responded to the report of what appeared to be a body in a pond on South Van Dorn Street near Kingstowne Village Parkway on Saturday, June 27 shortly after 11:30 AM. Officers arrived and located the body of an adult male in the pond. Homicide and Crime Scene detectives responded to the scene. Initially, there were no obvious signs of trauma to the body. Detectives will now attempt to positively identify the body and to notify next of kin. The medical examiner’s office will ultimately determine cause and manner of death. Anyone with information is asked to contact Crime Solvers electronically by visiting www.fairfaxcrimesolvers.org or text-a-tip by texting “TIP187” plus your message to CRIMES(274637)** or by calling 1-866-411-TIPS(8477), or call Fairfax County Police at 703-691-2131.

**Text STOP to 274637 to cancel. Text HELP to 274637 for help. Msg & data rates may apply. Go to crimesolvers.net for Terms & Conditions. 

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