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Overland Park police locate body of missing man

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UPDATE, 2:55 p.m. | Police said the body of Joaquin Briceno was discovered Monday afternoon near the Tomahawk Trail, in the area of West 137th Street and Antioch Road.

OPPD said investigators do not suspect foul play.

As the investigation continues, anyone with information is asked to contact police at 913-895-6300.

EARLIER | Overland Park police are asking for the public's help to find a missing person.

Police say 36-year-old Joaquin Briceno was last seen around 3 p.m. Saturday in the area of 133rd Street and Antioch Road.

He was last seen wearing a gray sweater, blue jeans, black Sketchers gym shoes, eyeglasses and was carrying a black backpack.

Police say he is about 5'7" tall and weighs 180 pounds, with short dark hair and brown eyes.

If you have information on his whereabouts or have seen him, call OPPD at 913-895-6300.

If you have any information about a crime, you may contact your local police department directly. But if you want or need to remain anonymous, you should contact the Greater Kansas City Crime Stoppers Tips Hotline by calling 816-474-TIPS (8477), submitting the tip online or through the free mobile app at P3Tips.com. Depending on your tip, Crime Stoppers could offer you a cash reward.

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