Published August 24, 2020
The body of an as yet unknown man was found in Breiðholt at the end of last week.
It was discovered in a clearing by a man who was walking in the area of the forest under Hólahverfi on Friday around noon. He then alerted the police, according to reports Indicator.
The main police are investigating the case together with the forensic department of the National Police and are working to identify the body.
It is believed that the person in question, an adult male, died a few weeks or even months ago, according to an announcement from RÚV. Nothing has been released further about his age, nationality or the appearance of the body that was discovered. According to the reports, there is no suspicion of criminal activity and the missing person had not been reported.
Karl Steinar Valsson, chief police officer at the state investigation department, told RÚV that legal proceedings are underway, but it could take a few more days to determine who the man is.