On September 5th, 2026 at about 0330 Hrs., law enforcement was called to a report of an unoccupied vehicle on the Blatnik bridge, near the center span. A Minnesota State Trooper arrived on scene and was able to spot a body in the water beneath the bridge. St. Louis County Sheriff's Deputies responded, along with Duluth Fire, the Coast Guard and the St. Louis County Rescue Squad. The body was recovered from the water and the individual was identified as a 34 year old Duluth man. The investigation is ongoing and no additional information can be released at this time.