Published January 13, 2015
The Douglas County sheriff's office in Nevada is investigating the death of a man found hanging from a cottonwood tree along a busy highway.
Authorities say several motorists saw the body as they drove along U.S. 395 near Holbrook Junction south of Gardnerville early Tuesday.
A passer-by reported the death.
Authorities say the 55-year-old man was staying with friends in a nearby home.
His name was withheld pending notification of relatives.
An investigation was continuing.
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