Body found behind homes sparks concern in local neighborhood
Luis Avila
TWENTYNINE PALMS, Calif. (KESQ) – Residents in a quiet neighborhood are voicing concern and unease after a body was discovered Sunday afternoon in Twentynine Palms.
Deputies from the San Bernardino Sheriff’s Department responded to the scene and confirmed the presence of a deceased male located behind two residential properties.
Authorities have not yet released the man’s identity. The cause and manner of death remain undetermined and are pending the results of a coroner’s investigation and autopsy.
While official details are still limited, the incident has left many residents shaken. Several neighbors reported noticing a strong odor in recent days, leading to the initial 911 call. That lingering smell remains a problem for nearby homeowners, as they await more information from law enforcement.
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