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Death investigation underway after person found in garbage container in Lawndale

Chicago police say they've launched a death investigation after a body was found in a garbage container on the city's West Side on Saturday afternoon.

The body was found shortly after 1:30 p.m. in the 4700 block of West Arthington Street in the Lawndale neighborhood. 

Police said the victim, only described as a male, whom they're calling John Doe, was found unresponsive inside the container. The victim was pronounced on scene. 

Area detectives are investigating.

No further information was immediately available. 

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