FINDLAY – The Ohio State Highway Patrol
has positively identified David D. Carter Sr., 39, of Melvindale, Mich., as the
victim found along Interstate 75 on October 1.
On Monday, an Ohio Department of
Transportation (ODOT) worker found a sleeping bag containing human remains
along I-75 near milepost 149 in Eagle Township. ODOT immediately notified the
Patrol and troopers began an investigation.
Wednesday, the Melvindale Police
Department contacted the Patrol in response to a law enforcement bulletin. Officials
stated information contained within the bulletin partially matched the description
of a missing person. DNA testing later confirmed the match.
The investigation into the death of Mr. Carter
continues at this time. Anyone with information should contact the Ohio State
Highway Patrol at (419) 423-1414 or the Melvindale Police Department at (313)
429-1070.
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