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Investigation underway as man's body is found

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Krista Schade

27 April 2025, 10:55 PM

Investigation underway as man's body is found

An investigation is underway after the body of a man was found on a roadside in Griffith this morning.


Emergency services were called to Watkins Avenue shortly after 4.20am (Monday 28 April 2025) and found a man suffering multiple injuries. He died at the scene.

A crime scene has been established with officers attached to Murrumbidgee Police District commencing inquiries.

Police are investigating the possibility the man may have been struck by a vehicle.


A canvass of the area is now underway to confirm identity, and Police say they estimate the man to be in his 20s or 30s.

Police expect Watkins Avenue to be closed for the rest of today (Monday) as investigations continue at the scene.


Anyone with information is urged to contact Griffith Police or Crime Stoppers online or by calling 1800 333 000.

Information is managed on a confidential basis. The public is reminded not to report information via NSW Police social media pages.



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