Death investigation underway at Crawford Walking Trail
UPDATE: CNAW2News just spoke with Russell County Coroner Arthur Sumbry Jr. who confirmed it appears to be a possible suicide.
Sumbry said the body will be sent to the Alabama Department of Forensic Sciences for a postmortem examination.
The investigation remains ongoing into the death.
If you or someone you know is experiencing a mental health crisis, call or text the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline at 988. You are not alone. And you are loved. ❤️
Original story: A death investigation is underway at this hour at a Russell County park.
The investigation is taking place at Crawford Walking Trail located in between U.S. Highway 80 W and Crockett Drive.
CNAW2News crews spotted a large crime scene being established with several marked and unmarked law enforcement vehicles.
We have reached out to the coroner’s office to confirm any further information. This is a developing story.
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