Passerby finds dead body near zoo

A pedestrian discovered a dead body near the west entrance of Henry Vilas Zoo around noon Tuesday.

Police are currently investigating the 42-year-old man’s death, according to Madison Police Department Sgt. Bernie Gonzalez.

The passerby found the deceased man in a wooded area off of a bike path at 318 Edgewood Dr. near Henry Vilas Zoo, according to Gonzalez.

Gonzalez said in a statement the investigation does not indicate foul play at this time.

The victim may have been sitting alone on a bench near the area earlier on Tuesday, according to Gonzalez.