A badly burned body of a young man was discovered on Saturday in Stone Mountain Park, Georgia, prompting an investigation by the Georgia Bureau of Investigation. The body was found by a hiker around 8:18 a.m., located about 100 yards from the Summit Skyride cable car station, an area that is not remote but infrequently hiked. Local authorities described the scene as unusual, noting that long-time employees of the park have never encountered anything like it. An autopsy is scheduled at the DeKalb County Medical Examiner’s Office for Monday to determine the cause of death, while personal belongings found nearby, including a vehicle, have led investigators to identify a prospective name for the victim, though this has not yet been confirmed.
Alongside the investigation into the body, the DeKalb County Fire Rescue Department is also probing the circumstances surrounding the associated fire. Stone Mountain Park, notable for hosting what is claimed to be the world’s largest high relief sculpture—depicting Confederate figures—has drawn a mixture of admiration and criticism due to its controversial history. The park features various attractions, including a lakeside resort, and is managed by a state authority in conjunction with an amusement park contractor. Stone Mountain itself lies approximately 20 miles east of Atlanta, making it a popular destination despite the recent tragic incident, which has left both visitors and local officials unsettled. The investigation continues as authorities work to piece together details surrounding the discovery of the body.
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