Just before 11am today a local resident called police after he saw what appeared to be a man's body in a drain on Lightfoot Street.

Police attended and located the deceased.

A crime scene has been established and Police Rescue has been called in to retrieve the body.

Inquiries are underway to determine who the man is and if the death is suspicious.

Anyone with any information that could assist investigators is urged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.

A report is being prepared for the Coroner.