A body was found in the grass near the Clearview Expressway in Queens on Tuesday morning .Passersby spotted the body along the northbound lanes near Exit 2 shortly before 9 a.m.
They had stopped for an unrelated accident when they came across the discovery. The medical examiner will determine the cause of death, and the identity of the deceased remains unknown.
A deceased individual has been discovered at side of clear view expressway in queens earlier today. Authorities responded to the scene after receiving a report at approximately 9.a.m . The identity of the victim has not yet been released, and the cause of death remains under investigation. Law enforcement officials have cordoned off the area as forensic teams examine the site. Authorities urge anyone with information to come forward. More updates to follow as the investigation unfolds.”
Law enforcement officers arrived at the scene shortly after receiving an emergency call and have since cordoned off the area for forensic analysis. The identity of the victim has not yet been disclosed, pending notification of next of kin.
Authorities have not confirmed the cause of death. Detectives are currently reviewing surveillance footage and speaking to witnesses in the area. Residents in the vicinity expressed shock and concern