OROVILLE POLICE INVESTIGATION UNDERWAY FOLLOWING DISCOVERY OF DECEASED INDIVIDUAL

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

OROVILLE POLICE CASE: 24-4076

Date: 11/13/2024 at 4:30 PM

OROVILLE POLICE INVESTIGATION UNDERWAY FOLLOWING DISCOVERY OF DECEASED INDIVIDUAL

Oroville, CA- On Wednesday, November 13, 2024, at approximately 10:47 a.m., the Oroville Police Dispatch Center received a 911 call reporting a potential deceased individual near an access road close to the 2300 block of 5th Avenue. Oroville Police Officers promptly responded to the scene and confirmed the individual was deceased.

As part of standard protocol, the Oroville Police Department Investigations Unit and the Crime Scene Investigation Unit were called to the location to conduct a thorough investigation. Initial findings allowed officers and detectives to identify the deceased individual, However, the identity of the individual is being withheld until the notification of next of kin. The male is described as a white male adult from Oroville, approximately 23 years of age.

Following a detailed review of the scene and circumstances surrounding the death, investigators have ruled out any immediate signs of foul play. However, the department remains committed to ensuring a comprehensive investigation and will continue to examine all aspects of the case as necessary.

This is still an active ongoing investigation, anyone with information regarding this case is encouraged to contact the Oroville Police Department Investigation Unit at (530)538-2444 referencing case number 24-4076 or email [email protected].

The Oroville Police Department extends its condolences to the family of the deceased and appreciates the community's patience as we proceed with this investigation. Any updates regarding this case will be shared as they become available.

PDF: OPD Press Release Inv Underway following discovery of body 11.13.24

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Sergeant on Shift: Sergeant D. Iverson

Detective Assigned to the case: Detective DeHerrera

For Media Inquiries:

Contact: Keliecia Riley, Public Information Officer

Email: [email protected] Desk: (530)538-2481 Cell: (530)693-7157

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