Police are investigating after a motorcyclist was found dead Sunday night in an apparent crash in DeKalb County.

DeKalb officers found Devin Eason, 21, lying near his motorcycle on River Road between River Ridge Court and Forest Downs Trace about 10 p.m. He was pronounced dead at the scene, police told Channel 2 Action News.

Police said neighbors heard the crash and called 911. They did not say if any witnesses remained on scene or if charges will be filed in connection with the incident.

An investigation is ongoing.

—Please return to AJC.com for updates.

In other news:

The suspect is set to appear in court Monday morning.

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