ST. CROIX — V.I.P.D. Public Information Officer Glen Dratte said this today that a decomposing body was found on Mahogany Road in Frederiksted this afternoon.
According to Mr. Dratte, at about 3:58 p.m., a concerned citizen reported that while walking a dog, a strong stench was emanating from some bushes, and after careful examination, what appeared to be a body was discovered near the Mahogany Road in the vicinity of the crusher. Following the discovery of the body, contact was made with police, Mr. Dratte said.
Upon arrival to the scene, officers examined the body, which was badly decomposed. Mr. Dratte said an active investigation into the matter is currently underway.
Police are asking anyone with information to contact the Task Force at (340) 774-2211 extensions 5617 and 5554. You can also call 911, Crime Stoppers VI, the commissioner’s office at (340)715-5506 and the chief’s office at (340)715-5548.
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