Investigation underway in South LA after man found dead hanging from tree

Homicide detectives were investigating in South Los Angeles after a man was found hanging from a tree in the Exposition Park neighborhood on Thursday morning.

The Los Angeles Police Department said they received a call just after 4:21 from someone who made the gruesome discovery near the intersection of West 36th Place and Arlington Avenue. 

Investigators remain at the scene.

No further information was immediately released. 

This is a developing story. Please check back for updates. 

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