Man shot, killed at South Bend Park in southeast Atlanta

Body found in Atlanta's South Bend Park

Atlanta police are investigating after an officer found a man shot to death in a field at South Bend Park.

ATLANTA - Police are searching for a shooter after an officer found a man shot to death inside an Atlanta park Wednesday morning. 

What we know:

An Atlanta police officer found a man's body in a practice field around 9 a.m. Wednesday at South Bend Park off Lakewood Avenue. The officer noticed a suspicious vehicle parked alone at the park. 

Upon checking the surrounding area, the officer discovered a Black man in his early 40s lying in a pool of blood with gunshot wounds to his stomach. 

Investigators believe the shooting took place inside the park and that someone possibly lured the victim to the location. 

The homicide unit responded to the scene and is actively reviewing surveillance footage to determine the timing of the shooting and identify who is responsible. 

What they're saying:

Park visitors expressed concern over the discovery, with frequent visitor Chad Will stating, "Never heard of a body being found here, that's crazy," and adding that "it makes you think of what's really going on around you." 

Man killed at South Bend Park in SE Atlanta

Atlanta police are investigating after an officer discovered a man shot to death at South Bend Park in southeast Atlanta Wednesday morning. Annie Mapp reporting. 

What we don't know:

Authorities have not yet released the victim's identity. Police have not confirmed whether the suspicious vehicle found parked alone on the scene belongs to the victim or a potential suspect. Officials also stated they are still working to determine the exact circumstances that led to bringing the victim to the park.