Man found dead near Brooklyn tennis courts

Man found dead near Brooklyn tennis courts

An investigation has been initiated following the discovery of a deceased man near a tennis court in Brooklyn.

The man, aged in his 50s, was found in Highland Park off Jamaica Avenue slightly past 1 p.m. on Friday.

Preliminary observations suggest that he may have been either stabbed or beaten.

The Medical Examiner will conduct an examination to ascertain the precise cause of death. The circumstances surrounding the incident are currently under investigation.