Man found dead on St. Petersburg street

Police are investigating a homicide after a man was found dead on a St. Petersburg street Sunday morning. 

According to the St. Petersburg Police Department, officers were called to Melrose Ave. S., west of Dr. MLK St. S. around 7:15 a.m. because a man was reportedly bleeding. 

Upon arrival, police discovered the deceased body of an adult male in his 60s. Police have not released the man's identity or said how he died. 

Anyone with information is asked to contact St. Petersburg police at 727-893-7780 or text SPPD plus your tip to TIP411.
 

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