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Two male bodies found in wooded area in Salem

Police are investigating the cause of death and “if foul play was involved," the Essex County District Attorney said in a statement.

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A man walking his dog found two bodies in a wooded area near a Walmart in Salem Wednesday afternoon, officials announced.

The man and his dog came upon what appeared to be a human body in the wooded area adjacent to the Walmart on 450 Highland Ave, Salem police and the Essex County District Attorney’s office said in a joint statement.

Police responded and found two male bodies, the statement said.

An investigation is underway to determine cause of death and “if foul play was involved,” officials said.

Anyone with any information is asked to call Massachusetts State Police at (978)745-8909 or Salem Police at 978-744-1212. 

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Molly Farrar is a general assignment reporter for Boston.com, focusing on education, politics, crime, and more.

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