Michael Vest found dead with apparent head trauma

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Police are investigating the death of 29-year-old Michael Vest, who was found unconscious in the 1300 block of Trinidad Ave., NE.

When emergency workers arrived, Vest was discovered suffering from head trauma and then pronounced dead. Vest was then transported to the Office of the Chief Medical Examiner.

Police have yet to release any suspect information.