Detroit Lakes Man Identified as Deceased Driver Found in Slough in Hawley

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HAWLEY, Minn. (KFGO) – The Clay County Sheriff’s office has released the name of the deceased driver of the car that ended up in a slough in rural Hawley earlier this week. The body of 27-year-old Tyler McCloskey of Detroit Lakes was found floating in the water Wednesday afternoon. Deputies called to the scene found vehicle parts nearby, tracks entering the ditch, and small trees and branches knocked over.

After further investigation, deputies detected what appeared to be tire rims under the water about 50 yards into the slough. Valley Water Rescue was called. They were able to confirm that a vehicle was submerged in the water.

It’s not known what time the crash occurred or if the weather was a factor. An investigation is ongoing.