News

Police Investigate Discovery of Man’s Body in Parked Car

Police Investigate Discovery of Man’s Body in Parked Car

Photo: 560 WGAN Newsradio


SABATTUS, Maine (AP)   Police in Maine say they found the body of a man who had been living out of his car while they were conducting a well-being check.

The Sun Journal reports 61-year-old Daniel Dennis was found dead in the rear seat of his parked car on Monday. A caller had requested a check after telling police that Dennis had been parked on a local street and living in his car.

Police say the Office of the Chief Medical Examiner is investigating Dennis’ death to determine the cause. Friends and family told police Dennis had refused to go to a homeless shelter or receive medical assistance.

Latest Headlines

4 hours ago in Local

Maine’s King Among Senators to Break Shutdown Deadlock

The Senate voted 60-40 to move toward passing compromise legislation to fund the government

5 hours ago in Local

Mills Slams Trump Administration’s Move to Block SNAP Benefits

Mills made the statement Sunday after the Supreme Court late Friday temporarily blocked a lower court’s order for SNAP funding to be distributed.

9 hours ago in Local

Wells Police Investigate Rash of Overnight Vehicle Burglaries

Police are asking Wells residents and businesses in the area to review any available video footage.

10 hours ago in Local

Dixfield Sawmill Heavily Damaged by Fire

The Maine Fire Marshal's Office assisted with the investigation.

17 hours ago in Local

Democratic senate candidate Graham Platner hires new manager to run campaign

Deputy Director of the Maine People’s Alliance Ben Chin has been hired to replace Platner's short-lived campaign director Kevin Brown.