GoFundMe Page Established In Memory of Middletown Man
Tuesday, June 23, 2015
A GoFundMe page in memory of Mark Gruchy, the 58-year-old Middletown man who was found dead on Sunday in Newport Harbor, has been established.
Gruchy was diving with a friend when, according to the GoFundMe page, his equipment malfunctioned. As a result of that, his body floated to the surface of the water and was then discovered.
GoFundMe Details
GET THE LATEST BREAKING NEWS HERE -- SIGN UP FOR GOLOCAL FREE DAILY EBLASTThe GoFundMe account has nearly raised $1,000 dollars from 25 donors and has set a goal of $10,000. The page, which was created by Jamie Anderson, is open to any and all support towards funeral expenses and arrangements for Gruchy.
Ongoing Investigation
GoLocal reached out to the Newport Police Department for a statement regarding the incident, but did not receive further details as the investigation is still ongoing.
The official cause of death is expected to come out some time today when an autopsy is finalized.
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