Kyle Coleman: Police identify body found in Tysons pond as missing Morehouse student

Kyle Coleman: Police ID body found in pond

Authorities have confirmed that the body recovered from a retention pond in Tysons Corner is that of 19-year-old Kyle Coleman, who was reported missing Saturday.

FAIRFAX COUNTY, Va. - Authorities have confirmed that the body recovered from a retention pond in Tysons Corner is that of 19-year-old Kyle Coleman, who was reported missing Saturday.

Investigators say Coleman was involved in a crash Friday night near Galleria Drive and Tysons Boulevard. 

Body found in pond

What we know:

First responders arrived after receiving an iPhone crash alert but found his damaged vehicle unoccupied. Witnesses reported seeing someone flee the scene.

Police believe Coleman crossed into the wrong lane, veered off the road, and struck a tree. His body was discovered in the pond on Tuesday.

Police investigate circumstances

The circumstances surrounding his death remain unclear. Coleman, a Prince William County native, was a student at Morehouse College.

Anyone with information about this incident is asked to contact the Criminal Investigation Division at 703-256-8035. Anonymous tips can also be submitted through Crime Solvers by calling 1-866-411-TIPS (866-411-8477) or online.

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