Death Investigation Underway In Old New Castle

Authorities are conducting a death investigation in the area of 740 Ferry Cut Off Street in Historic New Castle early Thursday. Emergency responders along with police responded to reports of a body behind the Walgreen just before 9:00 am.

Due to the investigation’s proximity to the railroad tracks, officials have notified railroad operators that responders are working near the tracks.

If additional details are provided by police, we’ll update the story.