Around 3:45 a.m. Saturday, Grand Rapids Police received a call that brought them to a home at the corner of Caufield Ave. SW and Hall St. SW.

According to Fox 17, a body was found in the side yard of the residence.

The man was pronounced dead on scene. Police are investigating what they are now calling a homicide.

Authorities say the body was a male between the ages of 18 and 35.

It's reported that a gunshot wound was found in his abdomen.

Neighbors told police they heard gunshots about an hour before the body was found.

The investigation continues and anyone with information regarding the shooting is encouraged to call the Grand Rapids Police Department at 616-456-3400 or Silent Observer at 616-774-2345.

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