Man found dead in riverbed in Paso Robles
Detectives say next of kin will be notified before the man’s identity is released
– Authorities are investigating the death of a man found in the Salinas Riverbed near Highway 46 East and Highway 101 on Sunday morning.
Paso Robles Police received a call at approximately 8 a.m. reporting a possible deceased individual. Upon arrival, officers confirmed the death of an adult white male. No immediate signs of physical trauma were observed, and the case is now under investigation by the department’s Detective Bureau, according to a statement.
The man’s identity has been determined but will not be released until his next of kin has been notified. An autopsy and toxicology report will be conducted to determine the cause of death. “This is normal procedure for cases of an ‘unattended’ death,” said Detective Bureau Commander Tod Rehner.
The case remains open as authorities continue their investigation. No further information is available at this time.
