A naked corpse of a 42‑year‑old resident of Pszczyna County was found buried in a ditch near railway tracks on October 17, prompting police investigations.
Discovery
A passing woman reported finding a naked body submerged in water in a ditch near the railway tracks and Słoneczna Street in Piasek, a settlement under Pszczyna, on Saturday, 17 October. Police later confirmed the body was that of a 42‑year‑old male local resident.
Police Investigation
Forensic technicians secured the scene and collected evidence, while a prosecutor from the Pszczyna District Prosecutor’s Office supervised the operation. Investigators are interviewing witnesses, reviewing nearby surveillance footage, and urging anyone with information to contact the Pszczyna County Police Headquarters.
Post-Mortem and Possible Causes
The cause of death remains unknown. Prosecutors have announced that an autopsy has been scheduled. They are considering various scenarios, including interference by a third party or an accidental event, and will disclose further conclusions once toxicological and histopathological analyses are completed.
