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Marion County park closed for homicide investigation

MARION COUNTY, Fla. — Marion County deputies say they’re investigating a homicide on a local trail.

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According to the sheriff’s office, the homicide took place at the Greenway Trailhead off of Banyan Rd.

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Baseline Trailhead Park has been closed while Major Crimes detectives from the sheriff’s office continue to investigate.

They expect the park to reopen Tuesday.

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In the meantime, the sheriff’s office is asking people to avoid the area.

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