HAVERHILL, Mass. — Authorities are investigating after a person was found dead inside a residence on Bartlett Avenue early Friday morning, September 26, 2025.

According to officials, Haverhill Police, Haverhill Fire, and PrideStar EMS were dispatched to the scene at approximately 6:45 a.m. following a report of a death. Despite the swift response of emergency personnel, the individual was pronounced deceased at the scene.

The Essex County District Attorney’s Office has taken the lead in the investigation. The victim’s name has not yet been released, pending official confirmation and notification of family. Investigators are working to determine the cause and circumstances of the death, though no additional details have been made public at this time.

Law enforcement officials emphasized that updates will be provided as more information becomes available.

This report is based on public safety radio traffic, official statements, and on-the-ground coverage from Merrimack Valley Stringer, an independent reporting outlet not affiliated with police, fire, or EMS agencies.

For now, the Bartlett Avenue neighborhood remains shaken as residents await answers in the wake of this tragic discovery.