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Investigation launched after discovery of body, suspicious package in Aroostook County

Investigation launched after discovery of body, suspicious package in Aroostook County

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Police in Presque Isle are investigating the discovery of a body and a suspicious package.

The department said they took a call Thursday afternoon about a deceased male at a residence on Parsons Street. During their investigation, police found a suspicious package, prompting them to close the road. They said there was no danger to the public.

The investigation was still ongoing on Friday.

The name of the victim has not been released.

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