ALEXANDRIA, La. (1/15/2024) – Alexandria police are investigating after a body was found in the 1700 block of Thornton Court on January 15, 2025.
The deceased has been identified by the Rapides Parish Coroner’s Office as 70-year-old John Gallo. Mr. Gallo was a Polk Street resident, which is near the location where he was found.
Initial findings indicate no foul play, and there is no indication the death is due to current weather conditions. An autopsy is being conducted to determine the exact cause of death.
This remains an ongoing investigation. Authorities encourage anyone with information to contact the APD Detective Division at (318) 441-6416 or APD Dispatch at (318) 441-6559. Tips can also be emailed to [email protected].
Anonymous tips can be submitted through Crime Stoppers of CenLa by calling (318) 443-7867 or using the P3 Tipster App at www.p3tips.com/community/mobile. Cash rewards are available for helpful information.
Stay tuned UrbanCast and involved involvedinitall.com for updates as further details become available.
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