Police seek public’s help in identifying body found in Eagleswood

     A composite sketch of the deceased man by the Toms River Police Department.

    A composite sketch of the deceased man by the Toms River Police Department.

    State Police are seeking the public’s assistance in identifying the body of a man found in the Stafford Forge Wildlife Management Area in Eagleswood. 

    Two people walking a dog at midday on Thursday discovered the deceased man, described as Hispanic heritage, between 5-feet, 5-inches and 5-feet, 8-inches tall and 130 and 165 pounds, and possibly 50 to 60 years of age, police said. 

    State Police consider the death suspicious. There were no obvious signs of trauma, police said. An autopsy was performed Thursday, and results are pending.

    Anyone with information is asked to contact Det. Sgt. Simonson at the Tuckerton State Police barracks at (609) 296-3132. Callers may remain anonymous. 

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