MADRAS, Ore. — A man’s body was spotted on the side of the road by a passing motorist Thursday northwest of Madras, Oregon.
The Bend Bulletin reports a death investigation is underway. The man’s name was not released by the Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office Thursday evening.
Around 6:44 a.m. Thursday, a person pulled over on NW Danube Drive near U.S. Highway 26 to call 911 and report seeing a dead man next to the road.
“The investigation continues,” said Jefferson County Sheriff Jim Adkins. “We’re keeping our lips pretty sealed about identity and cause right at the moment.”