Boonville woman found dead in Missouri River

COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ)

The body of a Boonville woman missing since Monday has been found in the Missouri River.

The Boonville Police Department wrote in a social media post Wednesday that the body of Katelynn Nelson, 33, was found in the river near Jefferson City.

Nelson was reported missing early Monday. Police say she was reported as suicidal and her vehicle was found at Harley Park. Police called for help, including a Missouri State Highway Patrol helicopter, but could not find Nelson, police say.

An MSHP drowning report says Nelson went into the water early Monday and did not resurface. She was found 55 miles downstream and pronounced dead at the scene Wednesday, the report says.

You can get help for suicidal thoughts by calling or texting 988 or going to https://missouri988.org/.