Fisherman Finds Salem Man Dead at Wallace Marine Park

Wallace Marine Park Photo By: Tim King

(WEST SALEM) - Salem police and the Polk County Medical Examiner are investigating the death of a Salem man who was found lying in a wooded area of Wallace Marine Park in West Salem.

A fisherman found the body of 51-year-old Roger J Wilson from Salem.

Police says no foul play was suspected in the man`s death.

Police arrived on the scene shortly after 3:00 and found the body on the ground with a bicycle nearby.

Police said the body was identified as that of Roger J. Wilson, who lived on Lexington Circle SE in Salem.

The fisherman said he noticed a person lying on the ground from a distance Thursday afternoon.

When he returned to the park Friday, he went by the same spot and took a closer look and notified police.

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