Body Found Near Youngstown School

Police investigate discovery near ACLD School & Learning Center

Mar. 2, 2026 at 10:55pm

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Police in Youngstown, Ohio responded on Saturday morning after a body was found near the ACLD School & Learning Center. A resident of a nearby tower reported seeing the police activity and the body on the sidewalk near the school's parking lot, though it is unclear how long the body had been there before being discovered.

Why it matters

The discovery of a body near a school raises concerns about public safety in the community and the need for a thorough investigation to determine the circumstances surrounding the incident.

The details

Youngstown Police Department, Youngstown Fire Department, and the coroner's office all responded to the scene around 11 a.m. on Saturday. Further details about the identity of the individual or the cause of death are limited at this time as the investigation is ongoing.

  • Police were called to the scene around 11 a.m. on Saturday, March 1, 2026.

The players

ACLD School & Learning Center

A school located in Youngstown, Ohio where the body was discovered.

Gutknecht Tower

A nearby residential tower from which a resident reported seeing the police activity and body.

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What they’re saying

“I saw the police activity and the body on the sidewalk near the school's parking lot, but I'm not sure how long it had been there.”

— Gutknecht Tower Resident

What’s next

Authorities are continuing to investigate the circumstances surrounding the discovery of the body and are working to identify the individual.

The takeaway

This incident highlights the need for vigilance and cooperation between the community and law enforcement to ensure the safety of all residents, especially in areas near schools.