INDIANAPOLIS — The Indianapolis Metropolitan Police Department has officially confirmed the death of Traevion Pirtle, 18, whose body was found on the northeast side Friday night following a week-long search.
According to police, Pirtle's body was found on Friday, March 13.
Around 8:50 p.m., officers were dispatched to the 10500 block of E. 38th Street on a report of a death investigation. Upon arrival, officers located an unresponsive male, believed to be Pirtle, inside a cellular tower enclosure.
The family had previously told WRTV his body was found behind Fervant Prayer Church.
On Monday, the Marion County Coroner's Office officially identified Traevion as the decedent.
Pirtle had been reported missing to IMPD on March 8. Police previously reported he was last seen in the 3600 block of Cedar Pine Lane.
The development follows search efforts throughout the area, including the use of search K9s and drone technology. The Department of Natural Resources assisted with searching several nearby retention ponds. Multiple community members also spread the word and organized search parties.
IMPD extended its deepest condolences to the family and loved ones of Traevion Pirtle.
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