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Report: Dead Body Found in Home of Giants Cornerback Janoris Jenkins

A dead body was found in the basement of the New Jersey home of Giants cornerback Janoris Jenkins, Dianna Russini of ESPN reports. TMZ first reported the news.

According to Russini, police sources have confirmed the body was found in Jenkins's Fair Lawn, N.J. residence, and a homicide investigation is taking place. Russini adds that Jenkins and the Giants are aware of the situation.

Jenkins has been in Florida since the Giants finished mini-camp, according to Russini.

According to Adam Schefter of ESPN, the identity of the victim and their potential connection to Jenkins will not be revealed by police until next of kin is notified of the death.