John Cope Dies in Fatal Drowning at Briarwood Country Club, Investigation Ongoing
Fatal Drowning at Briarwood Country Club Death of John Cope
Meridian, Mississippi (WTOK) – Authorities are currently investigating the death of a man found deceased in the water at Briarwood Country Club. Emergency services were dispatched to the location following a midday report on Friday.
When first responders arrived at the country club facility, they discovered a body floating in the lake area. The identity of the deceased has been confirmed as John Cope, a 72-year-old man who resided on the property associated with the golf course. Cope’s professional background included a career as a retired orthopedic surgeon.
The Meridian County Coroner’s office, headed by Stella McMahan, has officially declared that Mr. Cope’s death was a result of drowning. Law enforcement officials have emphasized that this incident is currently being treated as an ongoing investigation.
