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Peoria police investigating after person found dead near bank

The Peoria Police Department said officers responded to the area of 75th Avenue and Thunderbird Road on Sunday.

PEORIA, Ariz. — A death investigation is underway in Peoria after a body was found near a bank, according to authorities.

The Peoria Police Department said officers responded to the area of 75th Avenue and Thunderbird Road on Sunday after the deceased individual was discovered.

"Our units on scene are still conducting their investigation and completing interviews," police said in a news release. 

Police have not released information about the deceased individual at this time.

This is a developing story story; additional details will be added as they become available.

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