(Coffeen)--Authorities are investigating an apparent suicide Wednesday afternoon near Coffen Lake. According to the Montgomery County Sheriff's Office, a call was received around noon about a person that was believed to be dead.

Upon arrivial, the body of 62 year old Brooks Moreland was located. He was pronounced dead at the scene by Montgomery County Coroner Rick Broaddus. An investigation revealed that Moreland died from a self inflicted gun shot wound.

An investigation is ongoing by the Montgomery County Sheriff's and Coroner's Office.