Freezing temperatures contribute to man's death

TULSA, Okla. (KTUL) — A body was found near a playground at a north Tulsa park Monday morning.

Tulsa police believe cold weather could have played a factor, but the medical examiner is working on identifying an official cause of death.

Police said they responded after a woman called and reported a man lying underneath a gazebo at Springdale Park.

They said there were signs the man was drinking. He has not been publicly identified, but officers said his family has been notified.

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Police said the man knew people in the area and worked nearby, but did not call his network of support for help.

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