Dallas: Investigation Underway After Body Found Near Skyline High School Athletic Field
Dallas police have opened an investigation after a body was discovered behind the athletic field of Skyline High School on Tuesday morning, Dec. 10. Authorities said the person was an adult male and was pronounced dead at the scene.
The discovery was reported before the school day began, leading Skyline High School officials to place the campus on a precautionary lockdown. District representatives said the decision was made to protect students and staff while officers secured the area. The lockdown was lifted after authorities determined there was no ongoing threat to the school.
Dallas Police Department investigators remained at the scene through the morning as they worked to determine the cause and circumstances of the death. Officials have not released additional information about the man’s identity or the timeline, and they have not provided further details about what may have happened.
Police said the investigation is active and ongoing, and they are asking anyone with information to contact Dallas police.
After the scene was cleared, Skyline High School returned to normal operations. School leaders said students and staff remained safe throughout the incident.
