Body Found in Sydney Paddock Identified as John Birch, Police Investigate Circumstances

Authorities are examining whether the 39-year-old father was struck by a vehicle and exploring his connections to the drug trade.

John Birch, 39, was found deceased in a paddock in Glenorie, Sydney, with his body partially buried and covered by objects.
Police are investigating the possibility that Birch was struck by a ute early Friday morning, following reports of a loud bang in the area.
Birch, who had a history of involvement in the drug trade and prior prison stints, was reportedly trying to break into an associate's car before his death, according to a family member.
Three individuals, two men and a woman, were arrested at a nearby property and questioned but later released without charges pending further investigation.
Authorities have launched Strike Force Halderen to determine the circumstances of Birch's death, with crime scenes established and CCTV footage under review.