Greer police say they found a deceased person near Exit 60 on southbound I-85 Wednesday afternoon, and officers are urging drivers passing through the area to slow down and stay alert as the investigation gets underway. Beyond confirming the discovery, authorities have released almost nothing else about what happened.
According to WYFF 4, the Greer Police Department received reports of a possibly deceased individual near Exit 60 on I-85 southbound. Officers responded to that stretch of highway and located one deceased person in the area, the station reported.
Investigation Still in Early Stages
Police told the outlet the body was found Wednesday afternoon, and that the investigation remains in its initial stages. Law enforcement was continuing to work the scene as the report went out, and officers said they were not able to share additional information at the time.
Officials also asked drivers moving through the area near Exit 60 to slow down and remain alert while the investigation continues, according to the same report. No details have been released about the person's identity, the cause of death, or whether the discovery is connected to any other incident on the highway.
Where to Get Updates
The Greer Police Department lists non-emergency phone numbers of (864) 848-2160 and (864) 848-2151 for residents seeking information outside of a 911 emergency. Drivers can also check 511SC for real-time conditions on I-85 as the scene remains active. Hoodline will update this story as police release more information.
