Georgia man found dead in Davenport sparks investigation, deputies say

Deputies said investigation is looking into possible link between homicide and carjacking

Police tape at a crime scene. (WDIV)

DAVENPORT, Fla. – A man whose body was found in Davenport Thursday has sparked an investigation into the homicide, according to the Osceola County Sheriff’s Office.

Deputies said they found the man — identified as 22-year-old Jeremiah Brown of Georgia — “unresponsive” near Westside Boulevard and Ronald Reagan Parkway Boulevard.

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Brown was taken to a hospital where he was pronounced dead, deputies said.

Deputies added the case appears to be an isolated incident. The sheriff’s office told News 6 that deputies are currently investigating the potential link between the homicide and a carjacking.

No information has been released regarding possible suspects at this time.

This is an active investigation. Check back with News 6 for updates.