Greenville County, South Carolina – The Greenville County Sheriff’s Office is investigating the death of 56-year-old Richard Larry Dixon after his body was discovered earlier this week in a wooded area along Fairmont Avenue. The remains were found on Tuesday, prompting an immediate response from local law enforcement.
According to Deputy Jeremy Holt, a 911 call was received just before 2:30 p.m. on Tuesday, reporting the presence of a body in the woods. Deputies and officials from the Greenville County Coroner’s Office arrived at the scene to investigate the discovery. The area was secured as authorities began the process of identifying the deceased and collecting evidence.
On Friday, the Greenville County Coroner’s Office officially identified the remains as those of Richard Larry Dixon. However, the cause and manner of Dixon’s death remain under investigation. A forensic anthropologist is conducting further examinations to determine the exact circumstances surrounding his death.
The discovery of Dixon’s body has caused concern among residents of Fairmont Avenue, a typically peaceful area known for its quiet neighborhoods and wooded surroundings. As investigators continue their work, the possibility of foul play has not been ruled out, although no additional details regarding the condition of the body have been released.
Authorities are urging anyone with information regarding Dixon’s recent activities or who may have noticed anything unusual in the area to come forward. The public’s help could be crucial in solving this case and providing answers to Dixon’s grieving family and friends.
As the investigation unfolds, the Greenville County community remains on edge, mourning the loss of Richard Larry Dixon while anxiously awaiting more information on the circumstances of his death.