Alex Abrams Redding, CA Death and Obituary: Family Mourns Sad Loss

Grief settled over Redding this week as officials identified the man recovered from the Sacramento River as Alex Abrams, who had been missing since early February.

Authorities say Abrams allegedly fled into the river on February 8, 2026, during a pursuit involving the Redding Police Department. Officers were attempting to make contact with him when he ran toward the water and entered the river. Emergency crews responded immediately, initiating an extensive search that included multiple agencies and specialized resources. Despite sustained efforts over several days, Abrams could not be located.

The search came to a somber conclusion earlier this week when a body was recovered from the Sacramento River. Through formal identification procedures, the remains were confirmed to be those of Abrams. Officials have since notified his family.

The Shasta County Sheriff’s Office, in coordination with the Redding Police Department, is actively reviewing the circumstances surrounding both the pursuit and the recovery. Authorities have not released additional information about the reason for the initial attempted contact with Abrams. The official cause of death remains pending, awaiting autopsy results from the medical examiner.

Beyond the investigation, the tragedy has prompted renewed reflection on the hazards of the Sacramento River, especially during winter when swift currents and frigid temperatures increase the risk of fatal outcomes.

As the community mourns, officials continue working to establish a full timeline of events and bring closure to a case that has left many seeking answers.