GILBERT, AZ — Police are investigating after a man's body was recovered from a lake in a Gilbert neighborhood Sunday afternoon.
According to police, a passerby was walking around the lake near Queen Creek and Lindsay roads when they saw the man's body floating face down in the water.
Large portion of Layton Lakes neighborhood in Gilbert is a crime scene. Police investigating after a body was found in the water. pic.twitter.com/JgjYuB2N5K
— John Trierweiler (@JohnTrierweiler) February 17, 2019
Police and rescue crews responded and began recovery operations.
Authorities say the man, who is described as a black male, has yet to be identified.
Investigators say it appears the body had been in the water for some time.
Stay with ABC15 News for updates on this developing story.
