Man found dead outside his Seminary Road apartment building; police investigating
Preliminary findings suggest death may be a suicide, authorities say
Alexandria Police are investigating the death of a man found injured outside an apartment building in the 5000 block of Seminary Road Friday night.
Officers responded to the scene around 9:52 p.m., prompting a heavy police presence in the area. Authorities initially asked residents to avoid the block while they investigated.
By 10:54 p.m., police confirmed the man had died and a death investigation was underway. In a statement posted to social media, the department said preliminary findings suggest the man may have died by suicide.
Police said there is no threat to the public. The investigation remains ongoing.
No additional details, including the man’s identity, have been released.
This is a developing story and will be updated as more information becomes available.
If you or someone you know is struggling with thoughts of suicide, help is available 24/7. Contact the 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline by calling or texting 988.