Shocking Discovery At Empire State Plaza In Upstate New York

New York State Police made a tragic discovery at the New York State Capitol.

On Sunday, March 5, just before noon, New York State Police of the Capital responded to the area of the Madison Avenue entrance to the Empire State Plaza in Albany, New York for the report of an unresponsive male.

New York State Police investigate deceased man located at the Empire State Plaza

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Arriving officers found the men dead.

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"Upon arrival, Troopers determined the man was deceased. The investigation into this incident is ongoing and there is no reason to believe there is any threat to the public. The individual’s name will be released at a later date," New York State Police stated in a press release. "Anyone with information related to this incident is asked to contact State Police at 518-474-5330."

New York State Police Release More Information After Man Found Dead Empire State Plaza

On Monday, New York State Police confirmed a man from Albany, New York fell about 45 feet from an elevated walking area on Sunday at the Empire State Plaza.

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The man's body was found near the Madison Avenue entrance.

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"The investigation into this incident has determined a despondent male who resides in Albany, NY, fell approximately 45 feet from an elevated walking area inside the Empire State Plaza and succumbed to injuries caused by the fall. No additional information will be released," New York State Police added.

25 Restaurants 'Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives' Should Visit In Upstate New York

We've been taking trips to Flavortown with "Diners, Drive Ins and Dives" since November of 2006. Wouldn't it be nice if Guy Fieri made more tips to Upstate New York?

Guy has traveled to over 37 restaurants in New York State alone. We asked "If Food Network’s “Diners,Drive Ins & Dives” could visit the Mohawk Valley and Central New York, where should they go?" on social media. The responses were well into the hundreds. What we wanted to do was take the Top 25 suggestions. Here's that list for you to enjoy:

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