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UPDATE: Coroner identifies body of man found near Lake Mead Parkway and 215 in Henderson

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Breaking news for July 18
Posted at 5:10 PM, Apr 26, 2021
and last updated 2021-05-03 16:13:28-04

UPDATE MAY 3: The Clark County Coroner has identified the deceased man as 56-year-old Richard Scott Keogh of Henderson. Peogh's death was due to blunt force injuries and the coroner determined Peogh may have killed himself.

ORIGINAL STORY
Henderson Police and Fire say they responded to the area of Lake Mead Parkway and 215 beltway on-ramp at about 3:30 p.m. today in regards to a person lying in the travel lanes.

When fire crews arrived they say they pronounced a male deceased at the scene.

Authorities say the death does not appear to be a suspicious death.

Expect delays for the next several hours as some travel lanes are closed during the investigation.

Please avoid the area if possible.

Police say this is an active investigation with no further details to provide at this time.

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This is a developing story. Check back for updates.

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