26-year-old man found dead in Pontiac coney island parking lot, deputies say

Officials say the victim was found in a vehicle with a gunshot wound

Oakland County Sheriff's Office (WDIV)

PONTIAC, Mich. – A 26-year-old man was found dead in a coney island parking lot in Pontiac, according to the Oakland County Sheriff’s Office.

Deputies said the Waterford Township man was found at about 9:47 a.m. Wednesday at the D’Antons Coney Island on West Huron Street. The victim’s friend and sister were unable to locate him and searched the area, finding him in a vehicle.

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Officials said when first responders arrived on the scene, they observed a gunshot wound.

The incident is under investigation. Deputies said the suspect is unknown.

No further information was released.

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