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Body found on Norfolk Southern Railroad // Conte

The Winston-Salem Police Department and Emergency Medical Personal located, identified and confirmed the death of Johnnie Lee Reed on the morning of September 25th on North Liberty Street in Winston Salem, according to incident report.

Reed’s body was found on the property of Norfolk Southern Railroad, at the base of a utility pole by a Norfolk Southern Railroad employee.

Detectives have begun investigations with the Medical Examiner’s Office regarding the cause of Reed’s death. Initial investigation suggests that Reed was electrocuted in the process of attempting to remove copper wiring from the utility pole. Wire cutters and other tools were in Reed’s possession when he was found.

As the investigation continues, anyone with information regarding this incident is requested to contact the Winston Salem Police Department at 773-7700.

Questions:

Interview w/ Norfolk S. Railround Employee who found Reed

More of who Reed, did he live in WS?

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