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Iowa officials ID body found in burning ditch near Kellogg

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September 21st, 2020 by admin

KELLOGG, Iowa (AP) — Authorities have identified a man whose body was found last week in a burning ditch in rural central Iowa. The Iowa Division of Criminal Investigation says the body is that of 44-year-old Michael Williams, of Grinnell. His body was found after authorities were called around 5:30 p.m. Wednesday for a fire in a ditch near Kellogg. Officials responded and quickly extinguished the flames, then found Williams’ body. Police have not given any information on how Williams died, but have declared his death a homicide. Grinnell College canceled classes Monday in light of the Williams’ death,