LYNN, Mass. — An investigation is underway after a man was found dead in Lynn on Thursday morning.
Lynn police officers responded to the area of the 200 block of South Common Street just after 6:15 a.m. after receiving a call about a deceased man, according to Essex District Attorney Paul F. Tucker.
Authorities have not yet identified the man.
Details on the circumstances surrounding the man’s death weren’t immediately available.
Video captured by a Boston 25 News photographer showed the scene roped off with yellow police tape and dozens of law enforcement officials scouring the area.
Massachusetts State Police detectives assigned to Tucker’s office are assisting Lynn police with the investigation.
This is a developing story. Check back for updates as more information becomes available.
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