Lexington Police investigate after body found under Clays Ferry Bridge

LEXINGTON, Ky (WTVQ)- Lexington Police say they’re investigating after a body was found under the Clay Ferry Bridge early Saturday.

Police say an individual found a body around 9:59 A.M. Saturday and made the report.

Right now, police say they don’t know an exact cause of death.

The Fayette County coroner confirms unidentified skeletal remains were found in the area under the bridge, but no word yet on an identification.

Any other information will be released later.

The law enforcement presence is causing traffic back ups along Interstate 75- Southbound. Police say it’s unclear how long those delays will last.

We’ll keep you updated as we learn more.