LAS VEGAS, NV. (THECOUNT) — Martin Lopez Aguilar, a longtime resident of Nevada, has been identified as the victim found in the far west valley on Sunday.

According to the Clark County coroner’s office, Aguilar was discovered around 10 a.m., last Sunday.

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Police found Aguilar in a desert area near West Lake Mead Boulevard and the 215 Beltway.

Police said the Aguilar showed signs of trauma. He was pronounced dead at the scene.

A homicide investigation has been opened.

The official cause and manner of death were pending as of Friday afternoon.

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