Authorities Investigate Death After Burned Body Found at Stone Mountain

• The body of a man was found at Stone Mountain, away from the main trails.
• An investigation into the circumstances of the death has been initiated, and the identity of the deceased has not yet been established.
• The police are asking witnesses to provide information about the incident.

This was reported by Associated Press, The Independent.

Discovery of the Body at Stone Mountain

On May 31, 2025, near the summit of Stone Mountain, a popular tourist destination in Georgia, the burned body of a man was discovered. The body was found after a hiker called emergency services at 8:18 AM.

The body was located under a rock overhang, concealed by stones that provided privacy. According to Stone Mountain police representative John Bankhead, this area is not typical for visitors as it is situated far from the main pedestrian paths.

Investigation of the Circumstances

At this time, the identity of the deceased has not been established, and the circumstances of his death remain unknown. The body has been sent to the DeKalb County Medical Examiner for further examination. The investigation is being conducted by the Georgia Bureau of Investigation.

For the safety of visitors, authorities urged the public not to worry about their safety in the park. After the body was discovered, the Skyride cable car was closed for several hours but has since resumed operations.

Appeal to Witnesses

The police are reaching out to anyone who may have information about this case, including the 911 caller who discovered the body. Authorities emphasized that this situation is unusual for this popular tourist location.

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