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Body of Escaped Murderer Found in Ohio River

  • Gillespie, an escaped inmate serving life for double homicide, was found dead after hiding in prison dumpster and fleeing into woods.
  • Gillespie's remains were spotted floating in Ohio River, near where he escaped capture after car chase.
  • Boater alerted police, who recovered body they believe is Gillespie's; autopsy is pending.
  • Gillespie escaped with another inmate, James Lee, who was quickly recaptured.
  • Massive manhunt for Gillespie involved local and federal law enforcement searching by air, land and water.
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