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KCSO: Man who jumped into Grand River safely located

The investigation still remains open.

PLAINFIELD TOWNSHIP, Mich. — UPDATE 9:47 p.m.:

The man who jumped into the Grand River off the Jupiter Bridge has been safely located, according to Sgt. Joy Matthews with the Kent County Sheriff's Office.

The investigation remains open, but Sgt. Matthews says the man was not attempting suicide, as previously suspected.

Original Story:

A water rescue is underway in Plainfield Charter Township.

According to the Kent County dispatch, the incident happened around 2:30 p.m. Friday near the Jupiter Bridge, which is by the intersection of Jupiter Avenue NE and West River Drive NE.

Crews on scene tell 13 ON YOUR SIDE, that river conditions are too dangerous for the dive team. 

Plainfield Fire crews are leading the rescue efforts. Multiple area crews were called in to assist.

This is a developing story. Please check back for updates.

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