Dead Body Found in State Forest

New Jersey State Police are asking for help identifying a man found dead Thursday.

Two people discovered the body while walking a dog in Stafford Forge State Forest, according to police.

Authorities say there were no signs of trauma, but the suspicious death is under investigation. 

The cause and manner of death have not yet been determined.

Police describe the man, who had no identification on him, as approximately 5-foot 5-inches to 5-feet 8-inches tall and between 130 and 165 pounds.

Officials estimate the man, who may be of Hispanic heritage, was in his 50s when he died.

Police are asking anyone with information on his possible identity to call the Tuckerton State Police Station at 609-296-3132.

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