Burlington Township police were investigating Tuesday night after officers discovered what appeared to be a body outside the Budget Inn on the 1800 block of Route 130 near Dultys Lane. Officials had not released the victim's identity or cause of death as reporters continued to seek comment from police.
Officers "surrounded" the area around the motel, according to 6abc, which reported the discovery occurred Tuesday night and that Action News had contacted police for additional details. The station said there were no reports of arrests or charges and noted that investigators were still on scene when its story was filed.
County Prosecutors Often Get Involved
When unattended deaths are reported in Burlington County, the Burlington County Prosecutor’s Office has in past incidents assisted local police departments. In a prior case involving a motel death in Mount Laurel, The Burlington County Prosecutor’s Office issued a public statement describing a multi‑agency investigation and outlining that an autopsy would be used to determine the cause and manner of death.
About the Motel
The Budget Inn in Burlington Township is listed online as a roadside motel along Route 130, with basic business information appearing in mapping and directory entries. Visit South Jersey includes the property in its directory, and prior review postings have raised complaints about conditions, though those comments are unrelated to the current death investigation.
What’s Next
6abc reported that it had reached out to Burlington Township police for comment and that investigators were actively working the scene. As of Wednesday morning, officials had not released further information, and the station noted the investigation remained active. Anyone with information is asked to contact local law enforcement or the county prosecutor's tip lines.
