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Suspicious death in Kalispell under investigation

DERRICK PERKINS | Hagadone News Network | UPDATED 2 years, 7 months AGO
by DERRICK PERKINS
NEWS EDITOR Derrick Perkins serves as News Editor at the Daily Inter Lake. He oversees daily news coverage and works closely with reporters to plan, edit and publish stories across print and digital platforms. Perkins helps coordinate coverage of local government, public safety, business and community developments throughout Northwest Montana. He works with the reporting staff to strengthen journalism while maintaining consistent daily coverage. His role helps ensure the newsroom delivers timely, accurate reporting that readers rely on. IMPACT: Derrick’s work keeps readers informed about the decisions and events shaping their communities every day. | January 9, 2024 3:25 PM

The Kalispell Police Department is investigating a potentially suspicious death inside a building near 18th Street East and Third Avenue East.

Authorities were alerted to the dead body about 2:30 p.m., Tuesday, officials said in a press release. No other details about the death were immediately available.

Officials warned of an increased police presence in the area as the investigation unfolded. Authorities expected to provide more information when it became available.

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