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8/19/2019 - City of Salina Police Department News Release

On August 16, 2019 at 9:19 a.m., a bicyclist was riding on the flood control levee located in the area of Crawford and Centennial in Salina. The bicyclist observed what they believed to be a person lying in the grassy area south and west of the intersection.

The Salina Police Department responded and located a deceased black male. The subject has since been identified as Allegro Edwards, Jr., a 32-year-old male from Salina. The next of kin have been notified.

At this time, the cause of death is unknown, and the investigation is ongoing.

We are asking the public for any information they may have regarding this individual.

The public is encouraged to contact the Salina Police Department at (785) 826-7210 or Crimestoppers at (785) 825-TIPS(8477) or text SATIPS to CRIMES (274637).