Police are investigating after a body was found Wednesday morning near train tracks in Wilmington’s The Flats neighborhood.
Officers have been at the scene since about 6:30 a.m., a little after the body was discovered. It was located near West Third and Hawley streets.
“Police are on scene conducting a death investigation at that location,” said David Karas, a Police Department spokesperson. “We will share further details as soon as possible.”
Officers have blocked the dead-end road, where a Wilmington forensics unit truck could be seen. About 10:30 a.m., officers flew a drone over the area.
The body is at the top of an embankment that leads to train tracks where construction has been ongoing. A large green trash bin and an ice chest could be seen near the scene.
This is a developing story. Return to delawareonline.com for updates.
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