Police investigating after body of man found at Raymond Terrace

Investigations are underway after the body of a man was found in the state's Hunter region today.

About 5.45am (Saturday 29 February 2020), emergency services were called to the intersection of Watt Street and Payton Street, Raymond Terrace, after the body of a man was found in the middle of the road.

Officers from Port Stephens-Hunter Police District established a crime scene and commenced an investigation into the circumstances surrounding the incident.

The man is yet to be formally identified.

As investigations continue, anyone with information or who may have seen anything suspicious in the area are urged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.

Anyone with information about this incident is urged to contact Crime Stoppers: 1800 333 000 or https://nsw.crimestoppers.com.au. Information is treated in strict confidence.

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