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This is an undated file photo from High Rocks Park in Gladstone. In this undated file photo, an AMR lifeguard can be seen paddling a swimmer back to safety. There have been several drownings at the park over the years.

(American Medical Response)

UPDATE: SW Portland drowning victim identified.

A 21-year-old Portland man drowned Sunday in the Clackamas River in Gladstone.

Authorities responded to High Rocks Park at about 4:15 p.m. after a caller reported that the man had submerged. Divers recovered his body at about 6 p.m.

The Clackamas County Sheriff's Office plans to release the man's name after family members are notified. The cause of the drowning is under investigation.

-- Brad Schmidt

503-294-7628

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