STONE MOUNTAIN, Ga. — A decomposed body, identified as a man, was discovered at Stone Mountain near Atlanta, and authorities have confirmed the death to be a suicide.
The grim finding took place near the summit of the mountain on a Saturday morning when a passing hiker noticed the body and promptly alerted emergency services by calling 911. This was confirmed by John Bankhead, a spokesperson for Stone Mountain Park Police.
The subsequent police investigation revealed that the cause of death was suicide. This conclusion came after the man’s parents uncovered a note left by him detailing the methods and location where he intended to take his life. Identification was facilitated through his driver’s license, indicating he was a Caucasian male in his late 20s.
The body has since been taken to the DeKalb County Medical Examiner’s Office for further examination, while the Georgia Bureau of Investigation continues to delve deeper into the specifics of the case.
Located just outside the bustling city of Atlanta, Stone Mountain is renowned for its massive rock relief, which depicts prominent Confederate figures, including Gen. Robert E. Lee, Confederate President Jefferson Davis, and Gen. Thomas J. “Stonewall” Jackson.
It is important to note that this article touches upon the sensitive topic of suicide. For those experiencing distress or in need of support, the national suicide and crisis lifeline in the U.S. can be reached by calling or texting 988. Additionally, an online chat is available at 988lifeline.org for confidential assistance.