The man found on Thursday in West Chickamauga Creek in Camp Jordan Park has been identified as Barry A. Moody, 22, of Ooltewah.
The investigation is still ongoing pending the results of the medical examiner's report.
East Ridge Police and Fire/Rescue were notified of the discovery of the body shortly before 1 p.m. Thursday.
The body was located by two individuals picking up litter near the creek’s edge.
At the time, police said they did not believe that foul play was a factor.
Authorities said, "However, this case is being treated as a homicide due to the unknown circumstances surrounding the death."