VICTIM IDENTIFIED IN ACCIDENTAL DROWNING NEAR SHOAL RIVER

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DeFuniak Springs, Fla— The victim of an accidental drowning in Mossy Head has been identified.

William Patrick Corley, 70, was found outside his home on W T Hulion Road after Walton County Sheriff’s Deputies arrived to his travel trailer just after noon Monday. Deputies discovered Corley’s car partially submerged and his body floating face down nearby.

Walton County Sheriff’s Office is continuing the investigation, but foul play is not suspected.

As the weather continues to worse we encourage the public to stay informed to local weather alerts. Walton County Emergency Management is a great resource for this information. The National Weather Service in Tallahassee has issued a Flash Flood Warning for Northern Walton County until 10:45pm Monday.