A death investigation is underway in Buncombe County, North Carolina.

At 12:54 p.m. Friday, deputies with the Buncombe County Sheriff's Office responded to a call for service at Oak Terrace Road.

When deputies arrived, they found a person who had died.

Just before 5 p.m., the sheriff's office said a large law enforcement presence remains in the Brevard Road area, and Oak Terrace Road remains closed.

Authorities continue to ask community members to choose different routes so deputies can work safely and without delays.

Authorities said there is currently no known threat to the community and out of respect for the family, the victim’s name will not be released until next of kin has been notified.

No other details have been released.

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On Friday afternoon, the Bunco

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