Bellingham police investigating death in Irongate neighborhood
The Bellingham Police Department is investigating a death in the Irongate neighborhood.
Around 8:45 a.m. Friday, May 6, a person was found dead near the intersection of Midway Lane and Hammer Drive, according to Bellingham Police Lt. Claudia Murphy.
Bellingham Police are asking for the public’s help in locating a dark Ford SUV, which fled the scene, Murphy said. Detectives anticipate front-end damage to the SUV and are asking anyone with knowledge of the incident or the location of the SUV to call 911 immediately, Murphy said.
People with knowledge of the incident can also call 360-778-8611 or email the tip line at cob.org/tips, Murphy said.
No other information was released about the identity of the person, the circumstances surrounding the incident or whether foul play is suspected due to it being an active investigation, Murphy said.
