Body of man discovered in advanced state of decomposition in Santa Maria da Feira

Human remains were found in an area of dense vegetation in Escapães. The Judicial Police assumed the investigation.

Body of man discovered in advanced state of decomposition in Santa Maria da Feira

Body of man discovered in advanced state of decomposition in Santa Maria da Feira

The human remains of a male individual were found on Monday in an area covered with vegetation in Escapães, a municipality in Santa Maria da Feira. The body was in an advanced state of decomposition when it was located.

The case has been handed over to the jurisdiction of the Judicial Police, which is now investigating the circumstances surrounding the death and the identity of the victim. No details have been released so far regarding the age, cause of death or how long the body may have been at the location.

Escapães is a locality located within the municipality of Santa Maria da Feira, in Aveiro district. The discovery occurred on difficult-to-access terrain, surrounded by scrub.

The authorities have not yet indicated whether there are indications of crime or whether the death may have occurred from natural or accidental causes. The investigation is continuing under the coordination of the PJ.

Source: Correio da Manhã

Source: Correio da Manhã

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