RICHMOND, Va. (WRIC) — A death investigation is underway in Richmond’s north side after a body was found Wednesday morning in Highland Terrace.
Police say that officers were called to the 1000 block of Highland View Avenue near Veranda Avenue around 6:12 a.m. for a report of a person down in the roadway. Emergency medical personnel pronounced the adult male dead on the scene.
At this time, the man’s death is considered suspicious and detectives have not ruled out foul play. The Medical Examiner will determine cause and manner of death.
Major Crimes detectives and the Forensic unit responded to the scene and are investigating.
Anyone with information about this incident is asked to call Major Crimes Detective Edward Aeschlimann at 646-3351 or Crime Stoppers at 780-1000. Citizens can also text Crime Stoppers at 274637, using the key word “ITip” followed by your tip. Both Crime Stoppers methods are anonymous.
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