-Staff reports-
Floyd County Police are continuing their investigation into the drowning of a teenager in Armuchee Creek on Monday evening.
Emergency crews responded to Armuchee Park on Jones Mill Road to conduct search and rescue operations.
The Rome-Floyd County Fire Department put their kayaks into the creek as part of the search.
A short time later, the body was located.
14-year-old Tyler Brown of Rome was pronounced dead at 10:37 p.m. by Deputy Floyd County Coroner John Hamilton.
Brown’s body is being sent to the GBI Crime Lab for an autopsy.
The Rome-Floyd Fire Department and the Floyd County Police Department have jointly released more information regarding a drowning incident that occurred in the area of Armuchee Park
At approximately 8:30 PM on June 29, 2026, emergency units from both agencies were dispatched to the area of Armuchee Park following reports of an individual in distress in the water.
Upon arrival, first responders initiated coordinated search and rescue operations. Despite prompt and extensive efforts, the individual was located unresponsive and was later pronounced deceased.
This incident remains under investigation by the Floyd County Police Department, with support from the Rome-Floyd Fire Department.
Both agencies extend their deepest condolences to the family and loved ones affected by this tragedy.
Rome-Floyd Fire Department Statement:
Fire department personnel performed search and rescue operations through kayaks and in‑water searching. Unfortunately, a 14‑year‑old drowning victim was recovered. The body was turned over to the Floyd County Coroner’s Office. The Floyd County Coroner’s Office and the Floyd County Police Department began a death investigation. We will update with new information when it becomes available and is appropriate for release.
Floyd County Police Department Statement:
Multiple units from the Floyd County Police Department responded to assist Rome‑Floyd Fire with rescue and recovery efforts. Once the victim was recovered, the Floyd County Police Department initiated a death investigation, which is ongoing. We will update with new information when it becomes available and is appropriate for release.
