A death investigation is underway in Cincinnati after a body was found early Thursday on a residential stretch of Walnut Hills, with neighbors telling reporters they had noticed a foul smell in the area for weeks before the discovery.
Cincinnati police said the body was found in the 2400 block of Copelen Street around 2 a.m., according to FOX19. The station reports that a death investigation was opened following the discovery, though police have not released further details about the circumstances.
Witnesses in the area told the station they had smelled a foul odor coming from the location for weeks leading up to the discovery.
What Police Have Confirmed So Far
Beyond the location and approximate time of discovery, Cincinnati police have not publicly identified the person found, nor have they released a cause of death. The investigation remains in its early stages, and officers have not said whether a suspect has been identified or whether foul play is suspected.
Residents of the Walnut Hills block where the body was found have not been named in connection with the case, and no additional details about the scene have been made public as of Thursday morning.
How To Report Information
Anyone with information relevant to a Cincinnati police investigation can contact Police Dispatch at 513-765-1212 or Crime Stoppers at 513-352-3040, according to the Cincinnati Police Department. Callers may remain anonymous and may receive compensation for information they provide.
This is a developing story, and Hoodline will update it as Cincinnati police release more information about the investigation into the death on Copelen Street.
