Chicago police are actively investigating the death of a man whose body was discovered in a garbage container in the Austin neighborhood. The discovery occurred on Saturday around 1:30 p.m. in the 4700 block of West Arthington Street.
Authorities have not yet identified the deceased male. Medical examiners pronounced him dead at the scene. An autopsy has been scheduled for Sunday to determine the cause of death.
The condition of the body remains undisclosed, and it is still unclear if there were any signs of trauma. Detectives from the Harrison Area are leading the investigation to uncover further details.