Authorities in Stone Mountain Park, Georgia, discovered the badly burned body of a young man on Saturday morning, reported by a hiker around 8:18 a.m. The Georgia Bureau of Investigation (GBI) is assisting local authorities in determining the circumstances surrounding the find. John Bankhead, spokesperson for the Stone Mountain Department of Public Safety, noted that an autopsy by the DeKalb County Medical Examiner’s Office was scheduled for Monday.
The body was located near the mountain’s side, approximately 100 yards from the Summit Skyride—a cable car to the peak—indicating a spot not typically accessed by hikers. Bankhead remarked on the unusual nature of this incident, stating that no one in his experience with the park had encountered anything similar. While the identity of the deceased is being investigated, officials believe they have a potential name based on personal belongings found nearby, including a parked vehicle.
Additionally, the DeKalb County Fire Rescue Department is investigating the fire associated with the body, implying possible foul play or arson. Stone Mountain Park, about 20 miles east of Atlanta, features various attractions, including a lakeside resort and notable for its gigantic high-relief sculpture depicting Confederate leaders, which has historically sparked controversy and demonstrations.
The park is managed by a state authority and an amusement park contractor and is known for both its recreational activities and historical complexities. The investigation into the burned body is ongoing, as authorities work to identify the victim and determine the cause of death.
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