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KCSO: Body found near wooded area in West Knoxville, investigation underway

At this time, the Knox County Sheriff's Office believes no foul play was involved.
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KNOXVILLE, Tenn. — A body was discovered in West Knoxville Saturday afternoon, according to the Knox County Sheriff's Office. 

At around 4:30 p.m., deputies with KCSO responded to the 300 block of Walker Springs Road on reports of a dead person. Police said the body was found near a wooded area on the property. 

KCSO believes no foul play was involved. 

The Knox County Regional Forensic Center will conduct an investigation to determine the identity of the victim and the cause of death. 

The Major Crimes Unit for KCSO will lead the investigation. 

This is a developing story and we will update you when we learn more. 

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