Crime & Safety
Marin Man Found Dead on Side of Highway
Officials suspect that he died of hypothermia. Now, they are looking for the public's help in finding his family.
By Bay City News Service:
Oregon State Police are looking for the family of a 48-year-old homeless man from San Rafael after he was found dead on the side of a highway last month.
The body of Leroy Dale Thompson was found on the side of Highway 199 in Selma in Josephine County by an Oregon Department of Transportation worker on Dec. 22, according to police.
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Police said an autopsy of Thompson on Thursday revealed he most likely died of hypothermia. There were no signs of trauma or foul play.
Anyone with information regarding Thompson’s next of kin can contact Oregon State Police Sgt. Deanna Harris at (541) 618-7967.
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