Greene County death investigation draws GBI assistance

The Brief State agents stepped into a Greene County death investigation after local deputies called for assistance. Officials confirmed the state-level inquiry remains active and ongoing as authorities review the case. GREENE COUNTY, Ga. - State agents are assisting the Greene County Sheriff’s Office with an active death investigation, officials confirmed. What we know: The Georgia Bureau of Investigation confirmed it stepped in to assist the Greene County Sheriff’s Office with an inquiry into a death. GBI officials said the investigation remains active and ongoing. What we don't know: Authorities have not released details regarding the identity of the person who died, the location of the scene, or the suspected cause of death. Deputies have not confirmed whether foul play is suspected or if any persons of interest have been identified. What they're saying: "We can confirm that the GBI has been requested by the Greene County Sheriff’s Office to assist with a death investigation," a GBI spokesperson stated. "The investigation is active and ongoing at this time." The Source: The information in this story was gathered from the Georgia Bureau of Investigation, which released an official statement confirming the agency's assistance to local deputies. Greene County Crime and Public Safety News