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Police find man dead, lying behind a Hyde Park home

Police say the victim’s body had a gunshot wound

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JACKSONVILLE, Fla. – A man was found dead behind a home in Hyde Park on Saturday night, according to the Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office.

Police and Jacksonville Fire and Rescue Department arrived at a residence on Red Robin Drive around 8:20 p.m. to conduct a welfare check on a man seen lying on the ground. JFRD found the man was dead. First responders said the victim had been shot.

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Police did not confirm if the victim was the homeowner.

JSO Homicide detectives and its Crime Scene Unit are leading an investigation. During a briefing, the Sheriff’s Office said it had no suspect information.

Police are asking anyone with details that could help investigators to contact JSO either by phone at (904) 630-0500 or by email at JSOcrimetips@jaxsheriff.org. To remain anonymous, contact First Coast Crime Stoppers at 1-866-845-TIPS (8477).