FLAGSTAFF, Arizona — A man was found dead near Sunset Crater on Friday. Information is limited at this time due to an ongoing investigation by the Coconino County Sheriff’s Office.

According to early reports, CCSO agents were summoned to an area just south of Sunset Crater National Monument due to reports that someone had died.

The Metropolitan Police Department found the person and is currently investigating the cause of death and surrounding circumstances.

The deceased has not been identified, and police have not disclosed whether foul play was suspected at this time.

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Authorities are urging the public to contact the CCSO at 928-774-4523 or Silent Witness for information regarding this incident.

The investigation is ongoing and details are subject to change. Stay tuned to 12News to keep this story updated with more information.

Silent Witness:

Arizona’s Silent Witness program allows people to send tips and share information about crime in their community.

The program shares information on unsolved felonies in multiple ways, including television, radio, and social media.

Anyone with information about the crime or who is aware of the suspects described in the program is asked to call 480-948-6377. program website online Or download the Silent Witness app and give us a hint. The identity of the person sending the tip remains anonymous.

Calls to Silent Witness are answered 24/7 and tips submitted will always be honored. Any hints sent will be sent to the detective responsible for the particular case.

Individuals who submit hints that lead to an arrest or prosecution in a case can be rewarded up to $1,000.

Any tips? Submit your Silent Witness Tips form here.

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