QUEEN CREEK, AZ — Queen Creek police are investigating the death of a man near a major intersection in the town.
Officials say the investigation was centered near Ellsworth and Walnut roads, which is near Rittenhouse Road — an area with a residential neighborhood, multiple schools, and retail centers.
The public was asked to avoid the area on Tuesday morning during the investigation, and Ellsworth Road was temporarily shut down north of Barnes Parkway.
In an update, police said the death involves a man around 55 years old. The death appears to be "medically related," but a medical examiner will determine the cause of death.
The identity of the person has not been publicly released.
Police say there is no known threat or danger to the public.
