The Hale County Sheriff’s Office on Wednesday began an investigation after a body was found along Interstate 27 north of Abernathy.

The Texas Rangers and the Department of Public Safety were called in to assist in the investigation, according to DPS.

“[The Texas Rangers] said the body shows injuries consistent with being struck by a vehicle,”  Lt. Bryan Witt with DPS said.

Update: On Sept. 25, DPS identified the deceased as Caleb Miller, 25. Click HERE for the updated story.