SPOKANE, Wash. — Spokane police are investigating after a body was found near the Fish Lake Trailhead. It is not clear if the man's death was natural or a result of a homicide.
Detectives spent several hours on the scene on the night of July 14 collecting evidence. A forensics team was also called to help in the investigation.
The man found was identified as 62-year-old Willard Neighbour. The cause and manner of his death are still pending, according to the Spokane County Medical Examiner.
The Fish Lake Trailhead is located right off I-90 near Highway 195, which is a very popular spot for bicyclists. People have been known to camp in the woods in the trailhead area.
A detective said someone at the park came across the man's body on July 14 and called 911.
This is a developing news story. We will provide more updates as they become available.
To combat fire risks, WDFW has enacted campfires and other activity restrictions around Eastern Washington.
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