Palm Bay police are investigating after a person was found dead in the undeveloped area known as “The Compound” on Saturday evening.
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According to the police department, the body was found at approximately 6 pm in the area of Absher Way and Sapodilla Dr. in the northern section of The Compound.
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Police have not released any additional information about the circumstances surrounding the discovery of the body, citing the open nature of their investigation.
Anyone with information about the victim or how he got there is asked to call the police department at (321) 952-3463.
To remain anonymous, information can be submitted to Crimeline here or by calling (800) 423-8477.
“The Compound” is a tract of land of approximately 2,800 acres in the southwestern part of Palm Bay. It is largely undeveloped with the exception of approximately 200 miles of paved roads.
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The area has been increasingly used for recreational and often illegal activities
Last month, Palm Bay police announced they were investigating the discovery of another body at The Compound as a homicide.
In that case, they declined to share any identifying information about the victim or a possible cause of death, again citing the active and open nature of the investigation at the time. This investigation is ongoing.
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