Body of Thaddeus Smiley found in Wolf River

By , Daily Memphian Updated: June 02, 2025 6:19 AM CT | Published: June 01, 2025 5:52 PM CT

Smiley jumped in the river to rescue a drowning child on Friday before being swept away by currents that officials estimated were as fast as 6 mph.

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Wolf River Drowning JB Smiley Jr. Shelby County Sheriff's Office

Jody Callahan

Jody Callahan graduated with degrees in journalism and economics from what is now known as the University of Memphis. He has covered news in Memphis for more than 25 years.


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