Rio Rancho Police investigate body found on Northern Boulevard

RIO RANCHO, N.M. (KRQE) – Rio Rancho Police closed a portion of Northern Boulevard Thursday morning as officers investigate a body that was found.

Police said the body of an adult male was found near the intersection of Northern Boulevard and Calor Road NE around 5 a.m. The roadway had been blocked off earlier in the morning due to rainwater washing debris across the roadway, according to RRPD Capt. Jacquelynn Reedy.

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The body was found among the debris by road crews who responded to assess and clear the area. No foul play is suspected, and the identity of the person will not be released until next of kin is notified, Reedy said in an email…

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