Monterey, TN – A partially decomposed body was discovered Sunday near Monterey, prompting an active crime scene investigation in eastern Putnam County.
According to the Putnam County Sheriff’s Office, deputies were alerted Sunday after a group of hikers reportedly found the body in a remote area near the eastern end of the county. Authorities said investigators and deputies responded to the scene and have remained there as the investigation continues.
Sheriff Eddie Farris said officials are working to identify the individual and determine what allegedly led to the death. “We are on the scene with a dead body. Our first order of business is identifying the individual, but this is a crime scene and an active, ongoing investigation,” Farris said in a statement.
Investigators are reportedly reviewing recent missing persons cases from Putnam County and across Tennessee in an effort to identify the individual. Authorities also said they are exploring additional leads and investigative avenues that could help determine the circumstances surrounding the death.
Officials have not released identifying details about the victim, including age or gender, pending further examination. It remains unclear how long the body may have been in the area before it was discovered.
The sheriff’s office said more information will be released as it becomes available. Anyone with information that could assist in the investigation is encouraged to contact the Putnam County Sheriff’s Office.
This remains an active and ongoing investigation.
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