A strange discovery in Little Rock, Arkansas (United States) baffled local residents after the body of a man was found inside a mannequin store. When paramedics arrived, they confirmed that Stokes had passed away several days prior. "It all seems a bit surreal, doesn't it?" the 'Daily Edition' quotes Gary Glick, the store owner. "He would come in every few months, buy a new one, and then leave," Glick recalls. "He was probably just seeking isolation in a place that gave him a sense of calm and tranquility." Despite the tragedy, business at 'Memories of Mannequins' has boomed. The investigation has left many with more questions than answers. Customers had previously taken photos with the mannequins, but these were unusually realistic. How did Stokes end up in the mannequin store? And why, after all this time, did he choose to stay there? Experts suggest that Stokes may have been drawn to the mannekins in search of some form of companionship, given he had no close family and was known to be a recluse. "There is no evidence of criminal activity," said Dr. Helen Carter, the county coroner. "But I was so impressed with the craftsmanship that I didn't even think to check for a pulse." They didn't realize Stokes was not part of the display until an employee approached him. "But we never expected him to become one of them." The 'Dead Man' display is drawing large crowds. Carl Stokes, 49, was found motionless in a seated position, surrounded by lifelike display mannequins. At first glance, many thought it was just a regular exhibit. The store in question, 'Memories of Mannequins', is famous for its hyper-realistic mannequins inspired by celebrities, and according to some customers, it has become difficult to distinguish real people from the display mannequins. "I walked into the store and thought, 'This mannequin looks a little weird,'" said Joyce Matthews, a local resident who discovered the situation. The cause of death was not immediately clear, and authorities are conducting an investigation to determine if he had simply merged with the store's collection. According to local records, Stokes had been a frequent visitor to the store for years, buying mannequins. Glick said with a smile: "We've seen a 200% increase in visitors. Who would have thought?"