Body found south of downtown near Shooks Run Creek

(COLORADO SPRINGS) — The Colorado Springs Police Department (CSPD) confirmed that a body was found by the water near Las Vegas Street and Royer Street southeast of downtown on Sunday, March 9.

According to CSPD, a call came in around 10:30 a.m., and when officers arrived, they found the body of a dead person near the water.

Courtesy: FOX21 News Photojournalist Cora MitchellCourtesy: FOX21 News Photojournalist Cora MitchellCourtesy: FOX21 News Photojournalist Cora Mitchell

The Major Crimes Division was called to investigate and is preserving the scene until it can be determined whether suspicious circumstances were involved. The Coroner will determine the manner and cause of death.

FOX21 News will update this article if any new details are released.

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