7-14-18 Body Found - 2500 block Laura St.

• Upon arrival, officers located a deceased male party inside of the bin.
• Violent Crimes Bureau responded to the scene.
• The decedent was transported to the Hamilton County Medical Examiner’s Office where he was later identified.
• The cause of death has not been determined.
• Members of the Violent Crime Bureau are actively investigating this incident. If you have any information about the incident, please call the Tip Line at 423-643-5100. You can remain anonymous.

Victim:

Robert Townsend (male, 60)

Chattanooga Police ask anyone with information regarding this incident to call 423-698-2525 or the tip line at 423-643-5100 .

The investigation is ongoing and more information will be released when available.

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NOTE: The preceding information is preliminary and is subject to change as the investigation continues.