Cherokee, Iowa — Authorities in Cherokee County are investigating a possible drowning.
An ice fisherman was reported missing at a Cherokee County rural farm pond on Wednesday afternoon.
The report of the missing individual was received by the Cherokee County Sheriff’s Office at about 1:30 p.m. Wednesday.
Approximately 45 minutes later, a body was recovered from the water and the victim was pronounced dead at the scene, according to authorities.
Sheriff’s officials say the identity of the victim will be released at a later time due to pending family notifications.
