New york city medical examiner on scene.
New York City Medical Examiner on scene.

Unidentified Body Found in Decomposed State at East 179th Street Apartment

In a grim discovery, police officers responded to a wellness check at 800 East 179th Street, located in the 48 Precinct, on January 20 at 1:58 PM. Upon their arrival, they found an unidentified person in a decomposed state inside an apartment.

Emergency Medical Services (EMS) were called to the scene and pronounced the individual deceased. The cause of death is yet to be determined and will be investigated by the Office of the Chief Medical Examiner.

The police investigation into this incident is ongoing. More details are expected to be released as the investigation progresses.

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