TIDIOUTE – The remains of a body recovered from the Allegheny River last week have been identified as those of a kayaker who went missing in late January.

The Warren County Coroner’s Office has confirmed the identity of a man recovered from the Allegheny River earlier this week as Jeremiah Smith, who had been reported missing since Jan. 28.

“This brings closure to a difficult chapter for the family and community,” said Melissa Zydonik, coroner for Warren County. “We extend our deepest sympathies to the family during this time of grief.”

No further details will be released at this time out of respect for the family’s privacy.

A complete story can be found in Tuesday’s edition of The Times Observer.