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School closed in Wolverhampton after body found in grounds
An 11-year-old pupil found the man's body near goal posts, prompting police to investigate identity and cause of death while the school remains closed.
- On January 19, Smestow Academy in Wolverhampton closed to pupils after a man's body was found within the school's grounds, reports BirminghamLive.
- An 11-year-old girl from Smestow Academy discovered the remains while preparing for PE, with the discovery happening at around 10.40am.
- West Midlands Ambulance Service said ambulances and a paramedic officer attended the scene where one man was confirmed dead and pronounced at the site.
- Authorities asked anyone with relevant information to contact police via the live chat at www.west-midlands.police.uk or call 101 quoting log 1452, West Midlands Police said enquiries are under way.
- A notice on the school's website said `School is closing due to an unconnected police incident from 1pm today`, and BirminghamLive reported the discovery at the Windmill Crescent, Castlecroft, Wolverhampton site.
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