Police Investigating Body Found in Vacant Lot in Youngstown

Police in Youngstown are currently investigating after a body was discovered in a vacant lot on the city’s south side. According to reports from neighbors, the body was found in a yard on E. Myrtle Avenue near Erie Street around noon on Sunday. Authorities were alerted to the situation after residents in the area noticed a foul smell.

At this time, details about the person’s cause of death or any potential foul play have not been released. An autopsy is scheduled to take place in the coming days to determine more information. The investigation is ongoing as authorities work to uncover more details about this tragic discovery.