AUGUSTA — A body was found Monday morning behind a business on Marks Church Road in Augusta, according to the Richmond County Sheriff’s Office.

What we know: Deputies arrived at 1409 Marks Church Road at 10:17 a.m. and found the body near dumpsters at the back of the building. Investigators were on scene as of the time of the announcement.

What’s still unknown: The person’s identity, cause of death, and whether foul play is suspected have not been released.

The path forward: The investigation is ongoing, and the Sheriff’s Office has not said when more information will be available.

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