Body found inside a car near Schaumburg performing arts center: police

Body found in vehicle in Schaumburg

Police are investigating after a person's body is found inside a car.

UPDATE: Authorities said a preliminary death investigation indicated the person possibly had a medical issue. There were no signs of external trauma found.

SCHAUMBURG, Ill. - A body was found inside a vehicle near a performing arts center in Schaumburg on Saturday.

What we know:

Schaumburg police are investigating the death of an individual found in the parking lot adjacent to the Al Larsen Prairie Center for the Arts on Schaumburg Road.

Police posted about the incident around 8:15 p.m. on X. Authorities advise the public to use alternate routes to avoid traffic.