TENAFLY, NJ – A 64-year-old man was found dead Thursday afternoon at the Tenafly Nature Center, according to the Bergen County Prosecutor’s Office.
A hiker discovered the body around 2 p.m. in a wooded area and notified police.
Responding officers located the deceased man and contacted county investigators, who launched a joint investigation.
Authorities identified the victim as Robert Wolmer of Tenafly and said the death does not appear suspicious.
Key Points
- A 64-year-old man was found deceased at the Tenafly Nature Center on Thursday.
- Investigators identified the victim as Robert Wolmer of Tenafly.
- Authorities said the death does not appear suspicious.
Joint investigation by local and county agencies
The Bergen County Prosecutor’s Office Major Crimes Unit and the Tenafly Police Department are leading the investigation, with assistance from the Bergen County Sheriff’s Office Bureau of Criminal Investigations.
Detectives responded to the scene shortly after the discovery and examined the area where the body was found. Officials did not disclose the cause of death pending further examination.
Prosecutor expresses appreciation for assistance
Bergen County Prosecutor Mark Musella thanked the Tenafly Police Department and the Bergen County Sheriff’s Office for their cooperation and assistance in the case.
Authorities have not released additional information but confirmed that the investigation remains open pending official findings from the medical examiner.