A 19-year-old woman has been found dead on a picnic table under a pavilion at a park in North Carolina, police say.
The woman was found on Sunday evening at approximately 7:27 p.m. when officers from the Greensboro Police Department responded to the 2900 block of Haig Street after a caller expressed concern about “a person lying on a picnic table under a pavilion in the park at that location,” according to a statement from the Greensboro Police Department detailing the incident.
“The caller advised that the person was not moving. The caller said they had heard what they thought were fireworks about an hour earlier,” the statement said. “On closer inspection, the caller reported that the person was not breathing and had injuries that the caller described as gunshot wounds.”
Responding officers immediately went to the scene where they located the victim — later identified as 19-year-old Jakala Marie Goode — and pronounced her deceased at the scene.
Police are investigating Goode’s death as a homicide but did not disclose any potential motives or suspects in the case.
This is the 22nd homicide in Greensboro this year and police are asking for anybody with information to call Greensboro/Guilford Crime Stoppers at 336-373-1000.
All tips to Crime Stoppers are completely anonymous and the investigation is currently ongoing.
The tranquil setting of a local park was disrupted recently when the body of a deceased woman was discovered on a picnic table at the park pavilion. The shocking discovery has left the community in disbelief and has raised questions about the circumstances surrounding her death.
According to authorities, the woman’s body was found by a park visitor who was enjoying a leisurely stroll through the park. The visitor immediately contacted emergency services, and police and paramedics arrived on the scene shortly after. The woman was pronounced dead at the scene, and an investigation into her death is currently underway.
The identity of the woman has not been released, and it is unclear how long her body had been at the park pavilion before being discovered. Police are treating her death as suspicious and are working to determine the cause of death and any possible motives.
The news of the woman’s death has sent shockwaves through the community, with many residents expressing their sadness and concern for her family and loved ones. The park, which is typically a peaceful and family-friendly environment, has now become the center of a tragic event that has left many feeling uneasy.
As the investigation into the woman’s death continues, authorities are urging anyone with information to come forward. They are also reminding park visitors to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activity they may witness.
In the meantime, the community is coming together to mourn the loss of the woman and to support one another during this difficult time. Vigils and memorials are being planned to honor her memory and provide comfort to those affected by her untimely passing.
The discovery of the deceased woman at the park pavilion serves as a stark reminder of the fragility of life and the importance of looking out for one another. As the investigation unfolds, the community is left hoping for answers and justice for the woman whose life was tragically cut short.
