SAGINAW, MI — June 23, 2025 — A somber cloud hangs over the Saginaw community today following the recovery of Gabrielle Marie Young’s body from the waters near Ojibway Island. The tragic discovery came after an extensive search by the Saginaw County Dive Team, called into action after reports of a possible suicidal individual.

Authorities received an urgent call Sunday evening from the Bridgeport Police Department concerning Gabrielle, whose whereabouts had become a cause for grave concern. Responding swiftly, the Saginaw County Sheriff’s Office deployed the dive team to scour the waters surrounding Ojibway Island.

After hours of careful searching, divers located Gabrielle’s body submerged on the island’s south side around 12:30 p.m. Monday. The Sheriff’s Office has since assumed responsibility for the ongoing investigation, awaiting autopsy results scheduled for Tuesday, June 24, to officially determine the cause of death.

Gabrielle, remembered by those close to her as a gentle soul with quiet resilience, leaves behind family, friends, and neighbors who are now grappling with profound grief. Her untimely passing has deeply affected the community, highlighting the importance of compassion and support in times of emotional crisis.

The Sheriff’s Office has withheld further details pending the investigation but urges anyone struggling with emotional distress to seek help. The 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline remains available 24/7 for those in need.

As Saginaw mourns Gabrielle’s loss, her memory serves as a poignant reminder of the unseen battles many face and the vital need for community care and understanding.