Keokuk PD investigating Saturday morning fatality

KEOKUK - On August 24, 2024 at approximately 3:30 a.m, Keokuk Police Officers were dispatched to the intersection of 8th and Concert streets for a report of a male lying on the ground with injuries.
Three officers arrived at that location at 3:32 a.m and secured the scene. They observed a male subject, identified as Scott Clifford Finch, 42, of Keokuk, unconscious and breathing, in the roadway with injuries. The specific cause of the injuries cannot be confirmed at this time.
The Lee County Ambulance Service arrived on the scene at 3:33 am and began life-saving measures. Finch would be transported from the scene to a medical facility via ambulance at approximately 3:58 am. Finch succumbed to his injuries and was pronounced deceased at the medical facility. The cause of death will be determined after an autopsy is completed.
Officers contacted the Criminal Investigations Division of their department and requested detectives respond to the scene. An agent from the Iowa Department of Public Safety Division of Criminal Investigation was also requested to assist with this investigation.
The area was canvassed for potential witnesses and evidence. Interviews were conducted, photographs were taken, and possible evidence was collected for further processing. This is an ongoing investigation and no arrest has been made. This is believed to be an isolated incident with no ongoing threat to the public.
The Keokuk Police Department extends its deepest condolences to the family, friends, and loved ones of Mr. Finch during this time of grief.
The LeeComm Dispatch Center, Keokuk Fire Department, Lee County Ambulance Service, and the Iowa Department of Public Safety provided valuable assistance during this event.
The public is encouraged to contact the police department with any additional information regarding this event. The community plays a large role in helping the department suppress crime and keep the community safe. You can reach their department through their social media (Facebook Messenger), the LeeComm Dispatch Center (319-372-1310), Lee County Crime Stoppers (anonymously), calling the department directly (319-524-2741), or coming to the police department in person (1222 Johnson Street, Keokuk).
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