The Albuquerque Police Department has closed a portion of Central Avenue as it investigates a death.A police spokesperson said officers responded to reports of a dead person in the area of Central Avenue, near Fifth Street for the investigation.Police are asking the public to avoid the area as the investigation continues. This is a developing story and will be updated as information becomes available.Stay updated on the latest news with the KOAT app. You can download it here.

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. —

The Albuquerque Police Department has closed a portion of Central Avenue as it investigates a death.

A police spokesperson said officers responded to reports of a dead person in the area of Central Avenue, near Fifth Street for the investigation.

Police are asking the public to avoid the area as the investigation continues.

This is a developing story and will be updated as information becomes available.

Stay updated on the latest news with the KOAT app. You can download it here.