CHATHAM - There are reports of a body found on the Chatham Middle School playground.

In response to a reporter's inquiry, First Assistant Prosecutor Thomas Zelante said that it is investigating an incident, but he did not provide further detail. He said more information would be coming from his office, possibly today.

It is believed a body was found hours before the start of the school day.

School officials said school is in session today. A notice from the school to parents said the incident was near school grounds and is being investigated by police, who left the area by around 8:30 this morning.

According to The Alternative Press, prayers were later offered at the playground for the victim, "Dan," by Mary Davis of St. Paul's Episcopal Church, along with Rev. Jeff Markey of United Methodist Church, Rev. Christa Compton of Gloria Dei Lutheran Church, and Pastor Clarissa South Holland of Green Village United Methodist Church.

The Middle School is on Main Street in the borough.

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