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Person found dead along highway in Caldwell County, sheriff says

The victim was found dead along North Carolina 18. It's unclear if police are looking for any suspects.

CALDWELL COUNTY, N.C. — A person was found dead along North Carolina 18 in Caldwell County on Tuesday, investigators said. 

The Caldwell County Sheriff's Office confirmed it was investigating a death after the person was found on the side of the road. The sheriff's office said it has identified the victim but isn't releasing their name at this time. 

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Circumstances surrounding the person's death are still unclear. Detectives have not said if they're looking for any suspects in the case. 

Anyone with information is asked to call the Caldwell Count Sheriff's Office at 828-759-1520. 

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