Cops are looking for information related to the mysterious death of an elderly man found in the East River in early November — and whose name was just released Monday.

According to police, around 8 a.m. on Nov. 9, a 911 call alerted police about a man spotted in the East River near South St. in the Financial District of Manhattan. The harbor unit responded, pulling the victim out of the water; he was unconscious and unresponsive, police said. Medics pronounced him dead at the scene.

On Monday, police identified the man as James Simmons, 65, of Brooklyn.

Anyone with information is asked to call Crime Stoppers at (800) 577-TIPS. All calls will be kept confidential.

Originally Published: December 2, 2024 at 9:33 PM EST