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Javien Perch's remains were discovered along Oak Lane in the city's northeast side in the evening hours on Wednesday, April 5, a police department spokesperson said in a statement.
He was last seen alive about a mile away, heading south on North 10th Street on Tuesday, March 28, authorities had said.
A cause of death was not given, but police said the matter is being investigated as a homicide. There is "no indication" of a threat to public safety, they noted.
Anyone with information is asked to submit a tip to Reading police investigators by calling 610-655-6116.
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